Financial Planning and Budgeting Analyst - (652) at BankservAfrica

Your key responsibilities include:

Budget Support and Coordination

• Assist in the preparation and consolidation of the annual budget, under the guidance of the leadership of the CFO, Head of FP&A and other appointed leaders
• Help coordinate the collection of financial data from various departments for budgeting purposes.

Rolling Forecast Assistance

• Support the maintenance of the rolling forecast, ensuring it reflects current business activities and market conditions.
• Contribute to the regular update of financial forecasts by gathering and analyzing relevant data

Financial Analysis and Reporting

• Perform financial analysis to aid in the budgeting process
• Prepare initial draft reports on budget forecasts and variances for review by senior management

Cost Monitoring

• Monitor departmental spending against the budget, flagging significant variances to the attention of senior finance managers
• Assist in identifying potential cost-saving measures and efficiency improvements

Strategic Planning Support

• Provide support in the analysis required for long-term strategic planning and financial scenario modeling
• Participate in the development of simple financial models under supervision.

Training and Knowledge Development

• Engage in training programs to develop budgeting and forecasting skills.
• Learn from senior managers about best practices in budget management and financial forecasting.

Technology and Systems Utilization

• Use financial software and systems to assist in budgeting and forecasting tasks.
• Maintain data integrity within financial systems through diligent data entry and verification.
• Take part in the implementation processes for a new planning software as required

Ad hoc Tasks

• Attend to task as requested by the Head of FP&A and other finance business partner on an adhoc basis
• Ability to translate the numbers into outcomes using story telling
• Financial Modelling
• Construct and maintain financial model in support of revenue and cost tracking and budgeting using best practice methodologies and automation where possible

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE

• Finance/Business/Quantitative qualification, ideally at honours level 
• Numeracy essential
• Previous finance experience and exposure within a business partnering function preferred
• Relevant up to date Certifications highly advantageous
• Required computer literacy levels.
• Accpac/Sage (Advanced)
• Microsoft office suite (Advanced)
• TM1/IBM Analytics 
• MS 365 knowledge advantageous

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2 - 3 years’ experience in detailed revenue/cost analysis focus on control covering budget vs forecast vs actual
• Minimum 5 – 6 years’ experience in finance, accounting or management account roles
• Experience working in a medium to large organization 
• Sound understanding of accounting principles
• Solid cost/profitability systems background advantageous
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills
• Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent report-writing, communication, and IT skills