Financial Planning & Analysis Manager at Adexen

Job Introduction

• Adexen has been mandated by a leading pan-African Manufacturer and Distributor of world-class medicine and medical supplies to recruit a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager. 

Responsibilities

• The Financial Planning Analysis Manager is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, and strategic planning with a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, including cost control, regulatory impact, and supply chain dynamics.
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• Lead the development of Annual Operating Plan/Budget, long range financial plans, and rolling forecasts in line with business objectives.
• Partner with manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial teams to provide financial insights into plant operations, CAPEX projects, cost of sales, and gross margin optimization.
• Monitor and analyze operational and financial performance, providing variance analysis (actual vs. budget/forecast) with clear explanations and action-oriented recommendations.
• Develop complex financial models to support scenario planning, new product launches, plant efficiency initiatives, and strategic investments.
• Analyze pricing strategy, product profitability, and cost-to-serve for various product lines.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to provide regular performance feedback to business units.
• Provide financial advisory support to leadership on capital allocation, cost containment, and working capital optimization.
• Support inventory valuation processes and work closely with the production finance team to ensure standard cost accuracy and cost accounting integrity.
• Coach and develop junior analysts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance within the financial planning team.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the CFO

Desired Skills and Experience
Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline
• Master’s degree or MBA in Finance is an added advantage
• Professional certification: ACA, ACCA, or CFA is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 12 - 15 years of progressive financial planning and analysis experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or FMCG is highly preferred
• Strong background in cost accounting and plant finance operations.

Managerial Experience:

• Strong leadership and people development skills
• Excellent communication and business partnering capabilities
• Strategic thinking and results-oriented approach
• High integrity, with commitment to corporate compliance
• Stakeholder management across multiple levels and departments.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and financial modeling tools
• Strong command of ERP systems (Oracle Experience will be an added advantage) and financial reporting software
• In depth knowledge of cost structures in Manufacturing (i.e. FMCG, Pharmaceutical)
• Understanding of industry regulations, GMP, and cost control mechanisms
• Strong analytical acumen and attention to detail.