Overview
Wakanow is Africa’s leading, full-service online travel company. At Wakanow, we understand that everyone likes easy and affordable travel services, so we provide our customers with a one-stop booking portal for Flights, Hotels, Visa Assistance, Holiday Packages, Airport Transfers, an international Travel SIM, a Prepaid Travel Card, a Loyalty program, and much more.
Job Position: Group Financial Planning and Analysis Manager – Data Analytics Competence
Job Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job Description
- The FP&A Manager with Data Analytics Competence is a pivotal role in our finance department. This position combines financial planning, analysis, and data-driven insights to assist senior management in making informed business decisions.
- With a strong emphasis on data analytics, the FP&A manager is expected to produce forward-looking financial models, offer strategic guidance, and provide actionable insights to drive growth and operational efficiencies.
Financial Planning & Forecasting:
- Lead annual budgeting and regular forecasting processes.
- Collaborate with business units to develop financial models for new projects and ventures.
- Analyse and interpret financial results compared to budgets and forecasts.
Data Analytics & Insights:
- Use advanced analytical techniques and tools to analyse large datasets, identifying trends, anomalies, and predictive patterns.
- Provide data-driven insights to support business decision-making processes.
- Work closely with IT and data teams to ensure the availability, quality, and accuracy of key data sources.
Reporting:
- Produce regular and ad-hoc financial reports and dashboards for senior management.
- Develop clear visual presentations to convey complex financial data and analytics insights.
Strategic Analysis:
- Conduct scenario modelling, ROI analysis, and profitability analysis on various business initiatives.
- Provide recommendations to senior management based on financial and data-driven insights.
Collaboration:
- Partner with various departments, understanding their needs and providing financial expertise.
- Work closely with accounting teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Process Improvement:
- Continuously evaluate and improve FP&A processes, implementing best practices and new technologies where beneficial.
- Enhance data analytics capabilities within the finance department.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Data Science, or a related field; an MBA or relevant certification (ACA, ACCA, CFA, FMVA) is an advantage.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in FP&A roles with a strong focus on data analytics.
- Proficient in advanced financial modelling and forecasting techniques.
- Strong experience with data analytics tools such as Python, R, SQL, and BI tools like Tableau or Power BI.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to present data-driven insights in a clear and compelling manner.
- Strong team player with the ability to work autonomously
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online