Financial Planning and Analysis Lead at WTS Energy

Job Summary:

We are in search of an experienced financial planning and analysis professional to join our prestigious gaming startup. This mid management position requires a candidate with a minimum of 5 years of experience covering a broad spectrum of financial expertise, regulatory compliance, treasury management and sound business acumen. As a pivotal member of our team, you will oversee the finance business partnering function, ensuring the achievement of set organizational goals and objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with all strategic business unit (SBU) leaders to collect, understand, process and verify accounting and business-related information to craft realistic and attainable financial projections.
• Prepare comprehensive, industry-specific long-term financial plans and forecasts to guide critical financial decision-making for the group.
• Proactively manage business performance across the group to ensure achievement of business goals.
• Be a finance business partner to all strategic business units in their projects, initiatives and activities and translate strategic goals, needs to technical/financial requirements.
• Prepare financial data and analysis for all commercial projects, innovations and promotions initiatives/activities of the group.
• Provide invaluable insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making processes and help identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Provide periodic analysis and improvement initiatives on customer and channel profitability and contributions to the business.
• Prepare comprehensive and insightful periodic and ad hoc reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements tailored to each business team to aid management in decision making.
• Conduct thorough and comprehensive assessment of potential investment opportunities and provide management with well-informed and astute recommendations regarding the judicious allocation of our capital resources.
• Develop and execute financial strategies meticulously tailored to the unique dynamics of the gaming industry while aligning seamlessly with our corporate goals.
• Develop comprehensive risk mitigation strategies specifically designed to safeguard the financial health of the organization, especially within the context of the gaming sector.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is required.
• ICAN (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria) or ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) membership is essential.
• A master’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field would be a significant advantage, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Previous experience in the gaming industry will be an added advantage. Candidate should be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of the nuances of the gaming industry and provide sound analysis of the industry trends both locally and internationally.