Financial Planning and Analysis AccountantExpiring Today!

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly and annual management reports, supported by clear analysis, commentary and recommendations
• Develop and monitor key financial performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards highlighting the Institute’s financial position, performance, risks and opportunities
• Perform detailed variance and trend analyses, assess budget performance and resource utilization, and provide actionable recommendations
• Prepare financial models, scenario analyses and ad hoc reports to support strategic and operational decisions
• Lead the annual budgeting process and support programme and project budget development
• Support the development, implementation and periodic review of the Institute’s full costing and cost recovery methodologies
• Develop and maintain automated costing and pricing tools incorporating relevant assumptions, and maintain an up-to-date catalogue of Institute services, cost bases and approved prices
• Partner with program leaders, budget holders and finance teams to strengthen financial literacy, planning discipline and accountability
• Identify, document and implement improvements to financial planning, budgeting and analytical processes, including agreed audit and control recommendations
• Build the capacity of finance and non-finance colleagues in budgeting, forecasting, costing and interpretation of financial information

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a relevant field
• Relevant professional certification – CPA (K) or ACCA – is required
• 6 years of progressive practice in accounting with experience in financial analysis reporting, financial modelling and creating presentations (Excel, PowerPoint)
• 3 years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence and reporting automation, with demonstrated proficiency in platforms such as Agresso ABW, Power BI and Tableau
• 3-year contract at Grade HG14, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding; open to Kenyan nationals only

Skills & Competencies:

• Advanced knowledge of computerized accounting software and programming is required
• Experience working with databases (e.g. MySQL, SQL Server) to transform financial reports is an added advantage
• Strong business partnering and critical thinking skills
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently, managing projects from inception to completion