Location: Lekki, Lagos
Salary: ₦600,000 – ₦900,000
Experience Required: 6-10 years in accounting, finance, and analytics, with the last 2-3 years specifically in FP&A.
Objective:
The Senior Analyst – Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) will support the CFO and Head of Finance in driving the budget preparation and business reporting processes, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, and contributing to strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Planning & Reporting:
- Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, forecasts, and long-term financial projections.
- Collaborate on financial models that support business planning and forecasting processes.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting packs (MRP).
- Generate departmental performance reports and provide detailed analytics to assess business performance.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide insights into key financial and statistical metrics, focusing on trend analysis and operational performance.
- Prepare detailed revenue reports and customer portfolio analytics for better business insights.
- Assist in external audits and internal controls testing, providing analysis and documentation as needed.
- Collaborate closely with the accounting team to support the monthly closing process, ensuring proper accrual schedules are managed and accounting records are accurate.
- Ensure adherence to company approval limits for expenses.
- Handle ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis tasks as required to support business objectives.
Relationship Management:
- Work with departmental heads and staff to gather relevant data and information.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the CFO that align with qualifications and expertise.
Job Requirements:
Education & Professional Qualifications:
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Analytics.
- A Master’s degree (MSc, MBA) in a related field is a plus.
- Professional qualifications such as CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent certifications in finance or accounting.
- FMVA certification is an advantage.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong analytical skills in accounting, including variance analysis, ratio analysis, and trend analysis.
- Ability to work with and analyze large datasets in both financial and statistical formats.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
- Familiarity with presentation tools such as PowerPoint and Corel Draw is a plus.
- Sound understanding of accounting standards, particularly IFRS.
- Experience using accounting software; Oracle knowledge is advantageous.
Experience:
- 6-10 years of experience in accounting, finance, and analytics, with the last 2-3 years specifically focused on FP&A.
- Experience in a Big Four Accounting Firm or a Blue-Chip Multinational is preferred.
- Experience in the healthcare sector (e.g., hospitals or HMOs) is an added advantage.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Annual Performance Bonus
- Retirement Plan
- Training and Certification Sponsorship
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Wellness Programs