Job Description

• Report on financial performance and operational metrics, analyze results, identify trends, and make recommendations for improvements.
• Assist in building multi-year financial models, annual budgets, and cash forecasts for management decision-making and business planning.
• Drive the implementation of the forecast and monitor performance against the plan.
• Increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools, and various tracking templates.
• Analyze costs especially production costs, comparing standard to actual costs, and identify wastages and proffer improvement measures.
• Assist with market research, data mining, and business intelligence.
• Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Liaise with the Head of Finance on fundraising activities and provide projective investors with information requests.

Requirements and Skills

• First Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or any other numerate disciplines
• CFA, ICAN, or ACCA is required.
• Minimum of 4 years relevant experience
• Good business acumen
• Proficient in advanced Excel
• Proficient in financial modeling techniques
• Strong analytical and data-gathering skills.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Good understanding and interpretation of financial statements
• Sound knowledge of financial reporting software e.g. Xero and other ERP