Data Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Collect, organize, clean, and analyze financial, accounting, and operational data.
• Prepare financial reports, management reports, dashboards, and data summaries.
• Analyze revenue, expenses, cash flow, budgets, profitability, and financial performance.
• Reconcile financial data and identify discrepancies, errors, unusual transactions, and trends.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and variance analysis.
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets, databases, and automated reporting tools.
• Use data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve business performance.
• Work with the accounting and finance teams to ensure the accuracy and consistency of financial records.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights to management.
• Prepare reports using Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or other relevant analytical tools.
• Maintain proper documentation and ensure the confidentiality of financial and business information.
• Support audits and other financial reviews by providing accurate data and supporting documentation.

Requirements:

• Minimum of an HND in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Proven years of relevant experience in data analysis, accounting, financial reporting, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial statements, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, lookup functions, formulas, and data analysis tools.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools.
• Knowledge of SQL, Python, or other data analysis tools is an added advantage.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret financial data and present findings in clear, understandable reports.
• Close attention to detail, accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Professional accounting qualifications such as ICAN, ACCA, or ANAN will be an added advantage.