Financial Performance & Analysis Manager

This is a generalist and extremely varied HR Business Partner role supporting the Retail Business, working closely with business leaders and business areas to provide HR expertise and support business performance.

The Financial Performance and analysis Manager will play a crucial role in driving the company's financial performance through comprehensive analysis, reporting, and strategic insights. This role requires a combination of financial expertise, analytical prowess, and effective communication skills to provide actionable recommendations to senior management. The successful candidate will lead a team responsible for financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.

Functions & Responsibilities

Prepares periodic financial statements required for external reporting. Collects and analyzes financial data, ensuring that all reporting is in compliance with NAICOM, IFRS, SEC and GAAP reporting regulations and guidelines. Consolidates entries and accounts to be utilized in financial statements Prepares internal reports as required. Researches accounting rules and regulations and makes recommendations regarding company policy. Ensures smooth external audit processes. Maintains accuracy in all asset files, and balance sheets and provides support to all work papers and bank accounts. Manages schedules for all filing deadlines, assists in closing all procedures and ensures compliance with procedural and reporting standards. Participates in various educational opportunities, attends various conferences and updates knowledge efficiently. Troubleshoots on all financial reports, completes audits and identifies trends to determine improvement plans. Provides assistance to manage all ad hoc projects and assists management on all accounting activities. Performs systems reconciliations.

Competency Requirement

Organised with attention to detail and ability to multitask. Autonomous work habits with demonstrated ability to make process improvements. Strong computer skills (Excel, Power points etc.) Strong analytical skills. A good knowledge of IFRS, NAICOM guidelines and SEC rules and regulations is required combined with the ability to research and give opinions on complex accounting issues. Strong understanding of industry trends, market dynamics, and regulatory changes

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; Master's degree or professional certification (ACCA, CFA, CPA, etc.) Minimum of 7 years experience in financial analysis, performance management, or related roles, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity

Knowledge and Skills

Proven expertise in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Strong proficiency in financial software, Excel, and data visualization tools. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills. Effective communication and presentation abilities, with the capacity to convey complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders. Ability to lead and develop a team, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. Attention to detail, accuracy, and a commitment to producing high-quality work.