Overview
FairMoney Nigeria is building the leading mobile bank for emerging markets. We started with a digital microcredit application on Android, and currently roll out additional financial services (current account, savings, debit card) while expanding the product to Western Africa and South-East Asia.
Job Position: Senior Financial Modelling & Variance Analyst
Job Location: Lagos
Job Responsibilities
Variance Analysis:
- Track and analyse variances between actuals and forecasts across products and entities.
- Build and maintain dashboards to visualize and communicate variance trends.
- Investigate and report on the driving factors behind variances.
- Track and report on budget performance, highlighting variances and suggesting corrective actions where needed.
Treasury and Liquidity Analysis:
- Conduct weekly and monthly liquidity analyses to optimize cash flow management.
- Monitor and report on the company’s liquidity position, forecasting future cash flows.
- Identify and mitigate potential liquidity risks.
Model Maintenance:
- Monitor and maintain forecasting models to ensure their accuracy and relevance.
- Assist in making necessary adjustments and updates to models based on changing conditions.
Budgeting and Forecasting:
- Assist in the annual budgeting process, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to gather necessary data and assumptions.
- Support the development and refinement of budget models, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals.
- Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to improve budgeting accuracy and efficiency.
Financial Analysis:
- Conduct ad hoc financial analyses to support strategic decision-making.
- Provide detailed financial data and insights to senior management.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for key stakeholders.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Science, or Engineering.
- Proficient in a coding language, ideally MATLAB, Python, R or SAS or similar.
- Strong SQL skills.
- Advanced Excel modeling skills.
- Solid understanding of PowerPoint for creating impactful presentations.
- In-depth knowledge of banking and financial services, including business models and unit economics.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
- Critical thinking skills, with the ability to evaluate complex situations and make informed decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A team player with a collaborative mindset and a strong desire to learn.
Recruitment process
- Screening call with a Recruiter: 30 mins
- Technical Interview with hiring manager (Head- Financial Forecasting): 1 hr
Benefits
- Private Health Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Training & Development
- Hybrid work
- Paid Time Off
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
