Cashflow Analyst

This role sits within the Finance Team as a Cash Flow Analyst, specialising in working capital management. This position plays a crucial role in optimizing our company's liquidity and cash flow by effectively managing working capital components.Key Responsibilities:Working Capital Analysis: Conduct thorough analysis of working capital components, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory, to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.Cash Flow Forecasting: Assist in the development and maintenance of cash flow forecasting models to accurately predict short-term and long-term cash needs. Monitor actual cash flows against forecasts and investigate variances.Accounts Receivable Management: Collaborate with the Accounts Receivable team to optimize collections processes, minimise days sales outstanding (DSO), and reduce bad debt exposure. Review customer creditworthiness and establish credit limits where necessary.Accounts Payable Management: Work closely with the Accounts Payable team to optimise payment terms, manage vendor relationships, and enhance cash flow through strategic payment scheduling.Inventory Management: Analyse inventory levels and turnover ratios to identify opportunities for inventory optimization and cost reduction. Coordinate with supply chain and operations teams to minimize excess inventory and improve inventory turnover.Working Capital Optimisation: Develop and implement strategies to optimise working capital efficiency, including initiatives to reduce working capital cycle times, improve cash conversion cycles, and maximis