Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

About Degas
Degas' mission is "Changing people’s lives, dramatically." We are an innovative AI technology company focused on developing scalable, AI-driven global products that address the world’s greatest challenges. Alongside our most advanced tech products, we also have dedicated operations that increase the income of smallholder farmers in Africa and beyond, leveraging our expertise in data aggregation, AI credit scoring, satellite observations, financing, and carbon markets. This dual approach enables us to make a global impact while delivering tangible benefits to developing countries.

About the Role
Degas is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst to provide critical financial insights that drive strategic decision-making. This role is integral to our financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and performance analysis processes, ensuring that our financial goals align with overall business objectives. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver who collaborates effectively across departments and with auditors, accountants, and the Finance team to deliver actionable recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support creating (consolidated) annual reports for both the Japanese holding company and the Ghanaian operational company with auditors, accountants, and the Finance team.
• Assist in preparing and managing annual budgets and periodic forecasts for both the Japanese holding company and the Ghanaian operational company.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives, investments, scenario analyses, and decision-making.
• Analyze financial results and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Conduct variance analysis between actuals and budgets/forecasts, explaining key drivers.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Partner with department heads to align financial goals with operational strategies.
• Identify and implement process improvements in financial management, planning and reporting with the Finance team in both the Japanese holding company and Ghanaian operational company.

You Could Be a Great Fit for This Role If You Have the following Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in FP&A, accounting, or financial analysis.
• Fluency in English and Japanese (both written and spoken).
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities, with experience conveying financial insights to non-financial stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, ACCA, or equivalent certification is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of IFRS and (Japanese) GAAP accounting standards
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in financial planning, tax, and corporate governance.
• Proficiency in strategic cost management and financial risk assessment to drive profitability.

Encouragement to Apply

Even if some of the qualifications mentioned above don't align perfectly with your experience, we still want to hear from you! We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single qualification listed.

Location

This role is REMOTE (with a strong preference for Tokyo, Japan), with travel required to potential investor offices worldwide, Degas’ HQ in Tokyo, Degas’ regional offices, and partner sites as needed.

Compensation

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• A flexible, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.

How We’re Different

• Degas is committed to the mission of "Changing people’s lives, dramatically" as an impact-oriented, for-profit startup. Degas has achieved 2x year-over-year revenue growth for the past three years and has established a profitable farmer financing business. In 2023 alone, we doubled the incomes of over 26,000 smallholder farmers in Africa, as verified by a third-party assessment.
• We leverage both advanced and 'primitive' technologies, from GPUs for state-of-the-art foundation models to offline-enabled mobile apps for data aggregation in rural areas of developing countries.
• We prioritize long-term thinking, investing in technology, operations, and people to change the world in ways no one has ever done before.
  

Support

If you have a condition or require an adjustment to our interview process - please let us know so we can make adjustments to support you. Degas is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.