Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial decision-making processes. This role involves both financial planning & analysis (FP&A) and accounting & reporting to ensure accurate financial tracking and strategic business insights.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Conduct monthly financial close activities, including pre-close and post-close profit & loss (P&L) analysis, highlighting key variances.
• Prepare internal management reports and assist in strategic financial planning.
• Support budgeting processes by gathering inputs, conducting variance analyses, and ensuring alignment with corporate financial goals.
• Monitor general overhead cost center budgets, tracking expenditures against allocated budgets.
• Assist in managing financial models and providing insights for investment decisions.

Accounting & Reporting

• Support financial accounting processes, including monthly accruals, prepayments, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with international financial reporting standards (IFRS) and internal financial policies.
• Assist in balance sheet hygiene and risk analysis for accruals and provisions.
• Prepare quarterly financial performance reports, including liquidity, gearing, and operational efficiency assessments.

Data & Systems Management

• Maintain SAP master data, ensuring accuracy in customer, vendor, material, and general ledger records.
• Generate and analyze key financial metrics such as working capital reports (stock days, debtor days, payable days).

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to financial regulations, company policies, and risk management frameworks.
• Support audits and internal control processes by providing accurate financial documentation.

Key Competencies

• Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Ability to interpret financial data and provide strategic recommendations.
• Business Acumen: Understanding financial principles and their impact on business operations.
• Execution & Accountability: Taking ownership of financial tasks and ensuring timely completion.
• Adaptability & Innovation: Open to change and capable of improving financial processes.
• Collaboration & Communication: Ability to work cross-functionally and present financial insights effectively.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years in financial analysis, accounting, or a related role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and financial reporting tools.
• Language: Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

How To Apply

Qualified candidates can apply via Ethiojobs.