Job Description

Company Description

Colliers is a leading diversified professional services and investment management company.


With operations in 68 countries, our 22,000 enterprising people work collaboratively to provide expert advice to maximize the potential of property and real assets to accelerate the success of our clients, our investors, and our people.


We are at the forefront of the real estate industry, leading the way and backed by an exceptional record of success. We are building for our future - and yours.


We strive to build our business at a competitive pace by augmenting internal growth with smart strategic acquisitions that increase market share, expand service offerings, and extend our geographic reach for the benefit of our clients and shareholders.


For more than 27 years, Colliers has created value for shareholders that has resulted in superior returns and industry growth. Our people also own significant equity in our business, which brings pride of ownership to everything we do. We are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what's right for our clients, people, and communities.

Role Summary

As an EMEA FP&A Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in supporting financial planning and analysis across the region. Working within the EMEA Finance Team, you will provide critical insights to drive business performance, enhance forecasting accuracy, and support strategic decision-making. This role involves financial modelling, business partnering, and reporting, ensuring that leadership has timely, data-driven insights to support commercial success.

Key Purpose

The EMEA FP&A Analyst will assist in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis. You will collaborate with regional finance teams and business stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting, data integrity, and actionable financial insights. Additionally, you will support the standardization of reporting, develop financial models, and contribute to key financial projects to optimize business performance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Forecasting:

+ Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
+ Perform variance analysis, identifying key drivers behind performance trends.

Management Reporting & Analysis:

+ Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports for senior leadership.
+ Develop and maintain dashboards to track key financial metrics using tools such as Power BI and Excel.

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Support:

+ Work closely with regional finance teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
+ Support commercial analysis, identifying opportunities for revenue growth and cost optimization.
+ Provide ad hoc analysis and insights for decision-making by senior leaders.

Financial Modelling & Data Analysis:

+ Build and maintain financial models to support business planning and scenario analysis.
+ Analyse financial data trends to provide recommendations for business improvements.

Process Improvement & Systems Support:

+ Contribute to the standardization and automation of FP&A processes across the EMEA region.
+ Assist in finance system enhancements (e.g., SAP, Power BI) to improve reporting efficiency.

Qualifications

Key Competencies

Analytical Thinking:

Ability to interpret complex financial data and generate meaningful insights.

Attention to Detail:

Ensures accuracy in financial models, reports, and analysis.

Collaboration & Business Partnering:

Strong ability to work across finance and non-finance teams.

Problem-Solving:

Capable of identifying financial challenges and proposing solutions.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, SAP (or similar ERP), and financial modelling.

Presentation & Communication:

Ability to convey financial insights clearly to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or management reporting, preferably in a multinational environment. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills (financial modelling experience preferred). Experience with financial systems (SAP, Power BI, or similar tools) is highly desirable. Strong commercial awareness, with an understanding of business performance drivers. Prior experience in professional services, real estate, or commercial industries is a plus. A part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or working towards qualification is advantageous

Additional Information

At Colliers we actively promote a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and mutual respect. Join us and be part of a team where diversity is embraced, and every voice is heard.


What sets Colliers apart from their competition is not what we do, but how we do it. We invest in relationships to create enduring value. Our most valuable asset is our people - we are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what's right for our clients. We attract and develop industry leaders, empowering them to think and act differently to drive exceptional results.


About You

You are an expert.

You collaborate.

You invest in relationships.

You are enterprising.

You do what's right

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