Financial Planning & Analysis Manager at Pan African Towers Limited

Job Summary

• The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst is responsible for supporting financial decision-making through robust financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and pricing analysis, and performance reporting. The role provides detailed financial insights, variance analysis, and forward-looking analysis to support business planning, cost optimization, and profitability improvement across the organization. This role requires strong attention to details, analytical rigor, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.

Job Details

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the development and coordination of the annual budget, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans. 
• Prepare detailed financial forecasts incorporating revenue, cost drivers, cash flows, and capital expenditure.
• Monitor budget performance and prepare variance analysis (actual vs budget/forecast), highlighting key drivers and risks.
• Assist in establishing budget assumptions and operating benchmarks across departments. 

Financial Modelling & Analysis 

• Build, maintain, and enhance robust financial models for business planning, scenario analysis, and decision support
• Develop metric-driven models to evaluate profitability, cost efficiency, and investment options.
• Conduct sensitivity and scenario analysis to assess business risks and opportunities.
• Perform ad-hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and management decisions. 

Pricing & Performance Analysis

• Support pricing analysis by evaluating cost structures, margins, and profitability.
• Analyze pricing impact on revenue, contribution margins, and overall financial performance.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare management dashboards and reports.
• Analyze historical trends and forecast future performance based on business drivers. 

Management Reporting & Business Support 

• Support accurate and timely management reports and financial presentations.
• Support monthly management accounts with analytical commentary and insights.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand financial performance and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Identify cost optimization and efficiency improvement opportunities. 

Governance, Controls & Systems 

•  Support continuous improvement of FP&A processes, templates, and reporting standards.
• Work with the software reporting systems to enhance data quality and reporting efficiency. 
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial data used for reporting and analysis. 

Other Responsibilities 

• Support corporate finance initiatives as required (e.g. business cases, investment appraisals, investors’ models)
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director, Finance or ED/CF

Requirements

• HND/BSc in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline (master’s degree is an added advantage). 
• Minimum of 5 –10 years’ experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, or Performance Management roles, preferably within capital-intensive or infrastructure driven organizations. 
• Professional qualifications such as ICAN/ACCA/CIMA/CPA/CFA (qualified or in progress) are required. FMVA and/or AFM certifications are an added advantage. 
• Proven experience supporting or leading budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. 
• Strong hands-on experience in financial modelling, scenario analysis, and business case development. 
• Demonstrated capability in pricing, margin, and profitability analysis, including cost structure evaluation. 
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Certification in Advanced Excel is highly desirable. 
• Experience working with ERP systems and large financial datasets. 
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to interpret financial results and advice on cost optimization and value creation. 
• High level of accuracy with strong attention to details and financial discipline. 
• Ability to balance analytical rigor with business practicality in decision-making. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial insights to nonfinance stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholders’ management and business partnering capability. 
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable working in fast-paced, performance-focused environments