Oversee a comprehensive range of critical duties encompassing strategic planning, operational execution, and team leadership to ensure optimal organizational performance. Develop and implement innovative policies, procedures, and frameworks that enhance efficiency, productivity, and compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align objectives, streamline workflows, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across all departments. Manage key stakeholder relationships to foster collaboration, resolve conflicts, and maintain high levels of engagement and satisfaction. Monitor performance metrics, analyze data trends, and report findings to senior leadership to inform data-driven decision-making and strategic adjustments. Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, ethical guidelines, and organizational policies while mitigating risks and addressing operational challenges proactively. Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities to cultivate talent, enhance skills, and support career growth within the team.
Develops sophisticated financial models to evaluate investment opportunities, forecast performance, and support strategic decision-making processes. Analyzes historical data, market trends, and economic indicators to construct accurate projections and assess potential risks. Proficiency in Excel, along with advanced knowledge of financial modeling techniques, is essential. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to gather relevant data and refine model assumptions. Ensures models are well-documented, transparent, and adaptable to evolving business needs.
Construct, uphold, and enhance financial models that encompass ISA portfolio performance, fund-level economics, and Group-level consolidations.
Develop and take full ownership of scenario-based models that evaluate how critical variables—such as deployment timing, repayment rates, foreign exchange movements, and salary growth—affect both portfolio and company financial performance.
Conduct financial feasibility evaluations for emerging Business Development projects, encompassing IRR, NPV, and FX sensitivity assessments.
Play a key role in executing impairment calculations and estimating expected credit losses (ECL) across all active markets.
Conducts financial planning and analysis to evaluate organizational performance, forecast future trends, and identify strategic opportunities for growth and efficiency. Develops comprehensive financial models, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making processes. Prepares detailed reports and presentations to communicate financial insights and recommendations to stakeholders. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with operational goals. Analyzes variances between actual and projected financial performance, providing actionable insights to enhance profitability and mitigate risks. Ensures adherence to accounting standards and regulatory requirements while maintaining data integrity and accuracy.
Deliver comprehensive budget-to-actual performance tracking across multiple departments and international locations, generating detailed variance analyses paired with insightful commentary to support informed decision-making.
Facilitate comprehensive financial planning initiatives, including forecasting activities and the annual budgeting process, while also conducting multi-scenario planning analyses.
Assist with compiling and analyzing financial data to support the preparation of inputs for Executive Committee, Board, and investor reporting cycles.
Assist in developing the 2027 Strategic Annual Plan by preparing scenario analyses that assess deployment schedules, tranche compositions, and foreign exchange implications.
Collects, maintains, and ensures the accuracy of financial and operational data by implementing systematic reporting procedures and robust data management protocols. Analyzes trends, generates insightful reports, and delivers actionable insights to stakeholders to support informed decision-making. Maintains compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies while safeguarding sensitive information through secure data handling practices. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to streamline reporting processes, optimize data integrity, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
Develop and sustain unified financial reports by leveraging internal datasets, guaranteeing comprehensive, prompt, and strategic outputs for essential stakeholders.
Evaluate current reports with a focus on strengthening their organization, readability, and practical value to support informed decision-making.
Collaborate effectively across Operations, Credit, and Program teams to consolidate data inputs and generate unified reporting.
Leverage the Data Warehouse as the central repository for all financial reporting tasks, maintaining alignment, consistency, and data integrity throughout the process.
Analyze and enhance existing processes to identify opportunities for efficiency gains and effectiveness improvements while ensuring compliance with organizational standards. Develop, update, and maintain comprehensive documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process maps, to ensure clarity, consistency, and accessibility across all relevant teams. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements, propose solutions, and implement changes that drive measurable improvements in productivity, quality, and regulatory adherence.
Provide support in automating routine financial processes and enhancing the efficiency of data exchange between systems.
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Develop and document essential FP&A processes, including ISA calculations, impairment methodology, and reporting workflows.
Evaluate and introduce enhancements to reporting accuracy, strengthen internal control frameworks, and optimize operational workflows.
Assist in expanding and refining the team’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Run book repository for the primary Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) functions.
Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as finance, business administration, or accounting. At least three years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or a related role is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software is essential, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication abilities are necessary to present findings clearly to stakeholders. The position demands meticulous attention to detail and the capacity to work under tight deadlines.
Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as education, psychology, or social sciences. Additionally, a teaching certification or equivalent professional credential is required. Prior to teaching experience, preferably at the secondary level, is strongly preferred. Familiarity with curriculum development and classroom management techniques is essential. Knowledge of educational technology and differentiated instruction methods is advantageous. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are necessary to engage effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Accounting, or a related discipline is required.
Professional certification such as CFA, ARCA, CPA, or equivalent credentials is considered advantageous.
Seeking a candidate with a robust technical skill set, proven competencies, and relevant experience in the specified field. The ideal applicant will demonstrate expertise in key technical areas, supported by a track record of successful project execution and problem-solving. Strong familiarity with industry-standard tools, methodologies, and frameworks is required, along with the ability to apply this knowledge effectively in dynamic work environments. Prior hands-on experience in roles with similar technical demands is essential for achieving desired outcomes.
Seeking candidates with a proven track record of 3 to 6 years in financial analysis, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), investment analysis, or financial modeling roles.
A proven track record of independently constructing sophisticated financial models, specifically 3-statement models encompassing the Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements, from the ground up is essential—no exceptions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets is essential and must be demonstrated at an advanced level.
Proficiency in Power BI, Looker, or Python is considered a beneficial asset for this role.
Demonstrates a solid grasp of financial reporting frameworks, modeling principles, and portfolio analytics.
Proficiency in microfinance, development finance, or impact investing represents an advantageous qualification, though it is not a prerequisite for consideration.
Preferred candidates will have prior professional exposure to African markets.
Possesses exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with a proven capacity to articulate financial outcomes in a clear, understandable manner to stakeholders outside the finance domain.
Detail-oriented professional with a keen focus on structured thinking, committed to enhancing process efficiency and ensuring data integrity.
Highly motivated, independent professionals thrive in this dynamic, lean team setting, where initiative and curiosity drive success.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
3 - 6 years
