Financial Analyst at Aga Khan University (AKU)

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the position of Financial Analyst in the Budget & Planning Department of the Finance Division.

Reporting to the Assistant Manager Budget & Planning, the Financial Analyst will ensure monthly MIS reports are developed and discussed with departmental heads; and coordinate the budget process for AKUH, N.

Responsibilities

• On a monthly basis, prepare Financial, Statistical, Budget Variance Reports and the Newsletter.
• Present Budget Variance Reports to departmental heads.
• Prepare budgets for all departments in consultation with the Budget & Planning leadership, various departmental heads and Program Administrators.
• Prepare feasibility studies for all projects and equipment.
• Link with departmental managers to enable them understand financial and budget processes in line with the organization’s goals.
• Work with departmental managers to map out overall pricing strategy.
• Prepare weighted costs schedule for all departments.
• Participate in all team efforts as departmental needs arise.

Requirements

• Applicants must have a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Statistics or any other related field. 
• CPA (K) and CFA professional qualifications will be an added advantage. 
• S/he should have at least 6 years’ experience in business analysis with specialization in management accounting and budgeting for financially complex organizations. 
• The successful candidate should be computer literate with excellent knowledge in MS Excel. 
• S/He should be a team player with highly developed corporate goal focus and interpersonal skills.