Financial / Business Case Analyst at HRD Solutions

Role Purpose

• The Financial/Business Case Analyst will develop a comprehensive ROI analysis and business case for the ERP investment.
• This role is critical for quantifying the financial impact of current inefficiencies and demonstrating the value proposition of the proposed technology investment to executive stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze findings from Modules 1-3 to quantify current operational inefficiencies across all seven entities
• Develop cost models for current state operations including manual processes, rework, delays, and missed opportunities
• Model projected benefits of ERP implementation including efficiency gains, cost reductions, and revenue enablement
• Create comprehensive 5-year financial projection model with multiple scenarios
• Calculate key financial metrics: ROI, NPV, IRR, and Payback Period
• Develop Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) framework for ERP investment evaluation
• Validate cost assumptions and benefit calculations with CFO/Finance team
• Create Benefits Realization Framework with measurable KPIs
• Prepare executive-ready business case summary for Chairman presentation.

Key Deliverables

• Cost of Current State Analysis: Quantified analysis of inefficiency costs across entities (labor, rework, delays, missed revenue)
• ROI Model with NPV/IRR: Excel-based financial model with scenario analysis (conservative, moderate, optimistic)
• Total Cost of Ownership Framework: 5-year TCO model including licensing, implementation, training, support, and infrastructure
• Benefits Realization Framework : Framework with measurable KPIs, baseline metrics, and targets for tracking ROI postimplementation
• Group-Wide Business Case Document: Executive-ready business case with financial justification, risk assessment, and recommendation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or MBA preferred
• Minimum 4 - 5 years of experience in financial analysis, business case development, or management consulting
• Expert-level proficiency in financial modeling (Excel, including NPV, IRR, sensitivity analysis)
• Strong understanding of IT investment evaluation frameworks and TCO analysis
• Experience developing executive-level business cases and investment proposals
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills
• Strong presentation and communication skills for executive audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ERP implementation business cases (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
• CFA, CPA, or equivalent financial certification
• Experience in hospitality, retail, or conglomerate organizations
• Familiarity with Nigerian tax implications and financial reporting requirements
• Previous consulting experience with Big 4 or similar firms
• Experience presenting to C-suite and Board-level stakeholders.

Working Arrangements:

• Virtual/remote work
• 1 validation session with CFO's office (virtual or in-person)
• Must be available for coordination with Lead Consultant throughout engagement
• May require ad-hoc calls for assumption validation.