Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to provide accurate and data-based information on the company’s profitability, solvency, stability and liquidity. You will research and analyze financial information to help the company make well-informed decisions, write reports and monitor financial movements.

Job Responsibility:Consolidate and analyze financial data (budgets, income statement forecasts etc) taking into account company’s goals and financial standing

Provide creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance

Assemble and summarize data to structure sophisticated reports on financial status and risks

Develop financial models, conduct benchmarking and process analysis

Conduct business studies on past, future and comparative performance and develop forecast models

Identify trends, advise company and recommend actions to a senior financial analyst based on sound analysis

Track and determine financial status by analyzing actual results in comparison with forecasts

Reconcile transactions by comparing and correcting data

Gain and update job knowledge to remain informed about novelty in the field

Consult with management to guide and influence long term and strategic decision making within the broadest scope

Drive process improvement and policy development initiatives that impact the function

Requirements

Requirements and skills:

Proven working experience as a Finance Analyst, Financial Modelling and Financial Analysis with good Microsoft Excel skills

Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, MS Office and financial software applications

Hands on experience with statistical analysis and statistical packages

Outstanding presentation, reporting and communication skills

Proven knowledge of financial forecasting and diagnosis, corporate finance and information analysis

Well informed in current financial subjects, accounting, tax laws, money market and business environments

BS degree in Finance, Economics or related field

Benefits

Salary: 200 K NGN.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.