Galit Itzhaki
אנליסטית פיננסי – Financial Analyst
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Professional Summary
Detail-oriented Financial Analyst with over 5 years of experience in financial modeling, data analysis, and investment research. Proven track record in delivering detailed financial insights that support business decision-making and enhance profitability. Adept at utilizing advanced analytical tools and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives.
Experience
Financial AnalystJune 2020 - Present
Global Finance Inc. · Tel Aviv, Israel
- Developed a comprehensive financial model that improved revenue forecasting accuracy by 25%, leading to better strategic planning outcomes.
- Conducted monthly variance analysis, increasing reporting accuracy by 30% and significantly enhancing the decision-making process for senior management.
- Collaborated with a cross-functional team of 6 to analyze and optimize pricing strategies, resulting in a 15% increase in product line profitability.
Junior Financial AnalystSeptember 2018 - May 2020
Analytica Solutions · Haifa, Israel
- Supported the preparation of monthly financial reports, reducing report generation time by 40% and improving the clarity of performance reviews for stakeholders.
- Assisted in the development of a new budgeting process that increased financial transparency, contributing to a 20% reduction in budget overruns over two fiscal years.
- Conducted market research on potential investment opportunities, identifying risk factors that resulted in a 35% decrease in the risk exposure of the investment portfolio.
Finance InternJanuary 2018 - August 2018
TechGrowth Ventures · Tel Aviv, Israel
- Conducted in-depth analysis of financial data contributing to quarterly business reviews, enhancing the insights provided to management and stakeholders.
- Prepared presentations for stakeholder meetings that effectively communicated financial forecasts, improving stakeholder engagement ratings by 20%.
- Assisted in identifying key financial trends that informed strategic decisions, contributing to a 10% growth in revenue for the quarter.
Accounting AssistantJune 2016 - December 2017
Smart Accounting Co. · Raanana, Israel
- Assisted in daily bookkeeping tasks and reconciled over 300 transactions per month, improving transaction accuracy by 15% through meticulous record-keeping.
- Supported a team of 5 during quarterly audits, ensuring all documentation was organized and readily accessible, which reduced audit preparation time by 25%.
- Implemented a new data entry procedure that increased efficiency in financial reporting by 30%, streamlining the workflow for the accounting team.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA)2018 - 2020
Tel Aviv University · Tel Aviv, Israel
Bachelor of Arts in Finance2014 - 2018
University of Haifa · Haifa, Israel
Skills
Financial Modeling, Data Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Variance Analysis, Market Research, Risk Assessment, Excel and Financial Software Proficiency
Languages
Hebrew (Native), English (Fluent), Spanish (Conversational)