Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst at Pan African Towers Limited

About the Role

• This position involves conducting in-depth financial modeling, preparing forecasts, and providing insights to senior management.
• The Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst collaborates with cross-functional teams, contributing to budgetary processes and assisting in the development of key financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models, tools, and systems to support the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Analyse financial data, trends, and performance indicators to provide insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Prepare and present financial reports and variance analysis to management, highlighting key findings and areas of concern.
• Coordinate and manage the annual budgeting process, working closely with different depa rtments and stakeho Iders.
• Monitor and track key financial metrics and KPIs, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and objectives.
• Conduct fina ncial revi ews and audits to identify areas of improvement and potential risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial support and guidance on business initiatives and strategic projects.
• Assist in developing and evaluating business cases for capital investments and other financial proposals.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulations, and financial planning and analysis best practices.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to the finance team, promoting a culture Of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Other duties assigned byline manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. MBA or relevant professional certifications CFA, ACCA, ICAN) are an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 (five) years experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem -solving skills, with the abilityto interpret complex financial data.
• Strong kn owledge offinancial planning and analysis processes and tools.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modelling and spreadsheet software (e.g„ Excel).
• Proficiency in MS Office applications with advanced Excel skills is mandatory.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate financial information to non -financial stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.