Expired 3 months from now
Financial Planning Analyst (Budgeting & Cost Control)
full-time
| Analyst
Ikoyi,
Lagos
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Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Planning Analyst to join our finance team. The Financial Planning Analyst will be responsible for assisting with financial forecasting, budgeting, and analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong financial modeling skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and excellent communication abilities.
Job Details
- Participate in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
- Develop and maintain financial models for various business units and projects.
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
- Support the monthly financial reporting process, including variance analysis and management reporting.
- Prepare ad-hoc financial analysis to support decision making.
- Assist in the evaluation of potential investments, mergers, and acquisitions.
- Continuously improve financial processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Prepare financial presentations and dashboards for executive leadership and board meetings.
- Perform ad-hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and business development opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with internal financial policies and external regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field is required.
- 2-4 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, investment banking, or a similar role.
- Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software applications (e.g., Vareto, SQL).
- Knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NAV, SAGE) is a plus.
- Familiarity with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
- Professional certifications (e.g, ACA, ACCA, CFA) are a plus.
About Company
Afrinvest West Africa Ltd
Our Company, Afrinvest West Africa Limited, is a capital market holding company with a focus on West Africa and active in the following principal areas: Investment Banking, Asset Management, Securities Trading, Trust Services, and Investment Research & Consulting.