Position Summary:

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager plays an integral role in the finance team, reporting to the Country Finance Manager. This position is responsible for financial and business reporting, preparing forecasts, and conducting ad hoc analysis. The role involves driving financial strategies, supporting decision-making processes through analytical insights, and ensuring the continuous improvement of financial reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning and Forecasting:

  • Collaborate with business leaders to develop and formulate the 3-5 year strategic plan.
  • Consolidate and submit weekly forecasts for all business lines.
  • Generate and submit daily business performance trackers.

• Reporting and Analysis:

  • Prepare weekly and monthly financial reporting decks for regional and group reviews.
  • Conduct financial analysis and deliver actionable insights for management decision-making.
  • Assist in developing finance and business presentations and supporting materials.

• Budgeting and Forecasting Exercises:

  • Lead annual budgeting processes and participate in quarterly forecasting (3+9 and 6+6 forecasting exercises).

• Process Improvement:

  • Identify opportunities for process enhancements and execute value-added analysis to support special projects.
  • Drive initiatives for continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting, and forecasting.

• Financial and Business Reporting:

  • Work closely with business operations and stakeholders to generate requested financial outputs and reports.
  • Support the management in executing and monitoring key insights and analytics that drive business performance.

• Evaluation and Impact Reporting:

  • Ensure that processes are in place to evaluate the impact of implemented financial decisions and changes.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Strategic Management.

• Experience:
  6+ years of relevant experience in financial planning, analysis, or corporate strategy roles.

• Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong analytical skills and understanding of finance principles.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, MS Access, and PowerPoint (required).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.
  • High energy, ownership, and commitment to delivering results.
  • Strong project management and multitasking abilities.

Competencies Required:

• Fact-based decision-making with confidence.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and team alignment.
• Accountability and ownership for delivering results.
• Continuous learning and process improvement mindset.