Financial Planning & Analysis Manager Jobs in Kenya at The British Council

Job Title: Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Employer: The British Council
Duty Station: Nairobi
Application Deadline: 16th August 2013

The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager will provide management leadership on all aspects of Financial Planning, Business Reporting and Business Systems Management across the region, and also support the Management Accounting process.
This is a pivotal role that will be accountable to the Director Finance & Resources and responsible for the delivery of effective planning, forecasting and reporting for all operations and business
streams across the region. The role plays an important liaison role with corporate finance by ensuring effective communication of financial and non-financial information.
Responsibilities
• Liaison between UK Financial Planning & Analysis and region for plan and forecast communication.
• Ensure plan and forecast information by Strategic Business Units (SBUs) and countries are in line with approved guidelines and assumptions.
• Integrity of financial information for the regional office.
• Provide information and analysis for the Quarterly business reviews and leadership team meetings.
• Oversee the use of SAP system to ensure its proper utilisation for effective business performance.
• Cash flow process oversight, review and approval of country submissions.
• Professional advice on financial matters and advising on ways to improve performance.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess a 1st degree in a related discipline, a Masters degree will be an added advantage, 5 years’ post Accounting qualification experience, Financial Planning &
Analysis experience, Excellent analytical skills along with strong planning and organisational skills,
Experience of optimising SAP accounting and planning applications and Experience in international and multi- cultural organisations. The post holder may be required to occasionally travel within the region.
Applicants who meet the essential requirements of the post should visit the web link provided and follow the instructions in the How do I apply section carefully.
The British Council is also committed to a Child Protection Policy: applications will be considered only for candidates who declare their agreement to the policy.
Please disclose your current package in your application.
How to Apply:
Application forms should be sent to SSA_HR@britishcouncil.or.ke. CVs will not be accepted and only applications on the correct application form will be considered. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.