Financial Planning & Analysis(FP&A) Analyst

JOB PURPOSE & DIMENSION: To assist the Group FP&A Manager with reporting, budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis. Prepare and provide accurate information on all documentation and reports. Drive automation. Compliance with company policies and procedures. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Forecasting: Prepare periodic Group forecasts Evaluate results and test for reasonableness Provide explanations for major variances Maintain and improve forecast models Annual Budget: Budget prepared within set timelines and guidelines Prepare reports and performance analysis Assist with commentary and presentations Reporting and performance analysis: Monthly, board, half year, year end and ad hoc. Prepare reports and performance analysis for group results for the period under review. Assist with commentary and presentations Decision support and advisory service: Handle ad hoc queries and requests from Management. Investigate query/issue, report and assist where required Process improvement Drive automation and process optimisation initiatives to improve efficiency and accuracy REQUIREMENTS: BCom or relevant tertiary qualification. Preferably CIMA qualified. At least 5 years experience in a similar role SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: Good computer literacy in Microsoft applications especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint Experience in QlikView, Adaptive insights and Power BI an advantage Good written and verbal communication skills. Good understanding of key business processes and practices. Analytical and good problem-solving ability; Accurate with strong attention to detail. Methodical and meticulous; Ability to function independently and within a team Logical thinking; Good numeric ability; Deadline driven.