Finance Specialist

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY:

The Specialist Finance (FPA) is responsible for supporting the company's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes. The role provides key insights into business performance, supports decision-making with accurate financial data, and ensures compliance with reporting standards and internal policies.

This position plays a critical role in consolidating budgets, preparing forecasts, performing variance analysis, and generating management reports. It also contributes to ERP/BI system enhancements, continuous improvement initiatives, and audit readiness by ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and reliability of financial information.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Budgeting and Forecasting (35%)

• Support the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Consolidate inputs from departments, validate assumptions, and highlight variances.
• Ensure forecasts are timely, accurate, and aligned with corporate deadlines.
• Track performance against budget and update financial models as needed.

2. Financial Planning and Analysis (25%)

• Analyze key drivers of financial performance, including revenue, costs, and margins.
• Conduct variance, trend, and sensitivity analyses to support management decisions.
• Provide actionable insights that inform operational and strategic planning.

3. Management Reporting and Compliance (15%)

• Prepare accurate and timely management reports and dashboards for senior leadership.
• Ensure reports comply with IFRS, GAAP, and internal financial policies.
• Support audit queries by preparing reconciliations and supporting documents.

4. ERP and BI System Support (15%)

• Maintain accuracy of financial planning and reporting data in ERP/BI systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Hyperion, Power BI).
• Test and support implementation of system enhancements or automation initiatives.
• Identify and resolve system-related data inconsistencies.

5. Process Improvement and Controls (10%)

• Identify opportunities to improve forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes.
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• Support automation projects that enhance efficiency and reduce manual workload.
• Ensure proper documentation of processes to strengthen consistency and audit readiness

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

(Education/Certification/ Licensure/Professional Membership

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CFA, CMA) is preferred or in progress.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning and reporting standards, including IFRS.

Minimum Experience:

• 5 -7 years of experience in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, or management reporting.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/BI systems and financial modeling.
• Proven track record in variance analysis and performance reporting.

Job Specific Competencies:

1. Budgeting & Forecasting Ability to build, interpret, and consolidate financial plans and forecasts aligned with organizational goals.
2. Financial Analysis Skilled in evaluating financial data, identifying trends, and delivering insights for strategic and operational decision-making.
3. Reporting & Compliance Ensures accuracy and compliance of management reports with IFRS and internal standards.
4. ERP & BI Systems Proficient in ERP/BI platforms for planning, reporting, and data visualization.
5. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills Applies critical thinking to assess issues, resolve discrepancies, and recommend solutions.
6. Process Improvement Continuously enhances planning and reporting processes through efficiency, automation, and best practices.
7. Stakeholder Collaboration Builds effective relationships across Finance and business units to gather inputs and deliver financial insights.