About the Role:
The role is responsible for managing the budgeting process, financial planning, forecasting, and management reporting to support effective decision-making across the organization.
What will you do:
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Lead the annual budgeting cycle and ensure timely submission.
- Coordinate with all departments to gather inputs, review assumptions, and challenge inconsistencies.
- Prepare financial forecasts (monthly/quarterly) and analyze variances.
- Ensure alignment between business plans, KPIs, and financial budgets.
Management Reporting
- Prepare monthly management reports, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
- Analyze financial performance vs budget, forecast, and prior periods.
- Provide insights, trends, and recommendations for improvement.
- Prepare ad-hoc reports requested by management.
Financial Analysis
- Conduct cost analysis, ROI analysis, and business case evaluations.
- Support strategic initiatives with financial modelling.
- Identify risks and opportunities through scenario analysis.
Governance & Control
- Ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial data.
- Improve reporting processes and systems for efficiency.
- Support internal and external audit requirements.
General
- The duties and responsibilities outlined above may evolve over time without altering the overall nature or seniority of the role.
- The job holder may also be required to undertake other responsibilities as assigned by the Immediate Leader or Head of Division consistent with the role's scope and level of authority.
Skills and experience you possess:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance or any relevant field.
- Possess a minimum of 3 years experience in budgeting, reporting, or financial planning, preferably in banking / financial services.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills.
- Proficient in financial modelling and MS Excel.
- Good communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
