FP& A Analyst - North Africa and AEMC

About the role The role of the cluster focussed Analyst is to communicate insight to influence decision makers at all levels of the Region objectively. The cluster focussed Analyst will provide business and support functions within the cluster with information that is relevant and will play a central role in analysing the impact of proposed decisions on preserving or creating value for the company. The Analyst is expected to be trustworthy business partner to the business and to act as the custodian of all financial data and financial systems in use within the cluster. Key responsibilities Provide input into the regional budget guidelines and drive the budget process at Cluster/Country level. Engage with all relevant stakeholders to develop detailed bottom up forecast and budgets in line with regional and corporate requirements. Consolidate and assess accuracy of data received from countries within the Cluster . Routinely perform scenario planning to inform management’s decisions about the Clusters strategy and the actions to implement the same. Ensure the accurate analytical allocation of all accounting entries within the Cluster. Work closely with the Financial Control team in each country within the Cluster to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all information reported for the Cluster Analyse the new business financial models and assist management to invest in projects that preserve or add value to the organization. Perform post implementation review with the Cluster sales team to ensure that business model is implemented as intended. Feed all changes back into the rolling forecast to ensure accuracy of future planning scenarios. Required Skills and Knowledge Person with drive for improvement and excellence. Leadership in multicultural environment. Strong capability to adapt to necessary changes, and to lead changes. Able to work under pressure, deliver results and observe deadline. Be independent and firm, at same time a team player. Pro-active in liaising with the senior managers, Regional CFO & Regional FP&A Manager, and Corporate Finance Office. Hands-on with day-to-day operations. Analytical skills to provide detailed and valuable business analysis to management. Strong IT acumen to quickly master existing tools (SUN Accounting, Cognos & Advanced Excel) and identify new ways of improvement.