Financial Planning And Analysis Lead – Nairobi at Summit Recruitment and Search

Reporting to the Group CFO, the successful candidate will be responsible for financial planning, business and financial analysis, management reporting, executive presentations, and supporting strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare annual budgets in line with internal guidelines and oversee their implementation.
• Support Business Unit leaders in developing timely and accurate quarterly forecasts, and monitor execution.
• Track monthly key performance indicators across business lines and recommend performance improvements.
• Prepare and maintain product and service pricing, including costings for all revenue lines.
• Review reconciliations on resource deployment versus billing across revenue streams.
• Develop financial presentations for Group HQ, the Board, Country Director, and senior management.
• Analyse financial data and prepare reports and dashboards for senior leadership.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in a similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field from a recognized university.
• Professional qualification CPA (K) or ACCA Finalist
• Proficiency in ERP and accounting systems.
• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field is an added advantage.
• Advanced MS Excel skills, including financial modelling and data analysis.
• Experience in financial analysis and due diligence.