Financial Planning & Analysis (FP & A) Analyst Vacancy at Design Union Limited

Company Description:

Design Union is a real estate development group with divisions in Building design, construction, real estate development and hospitality

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

Job Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description: 

• A construction and design company is seeking a highly skilled FP&A Analyst to enhance our financial forecasting, project analysis, and strategic decision support.
• The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in financial modeling, and the ability to work cross functionally with various teams.
• This role involves providing critical financial insights that will help shape construction projects and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the annual budgeting process and regular reforecasting exercises, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Analyze financial data and create reports for management that offer solutions to business challenges.
• Provide insights into cost control measures, profitability enhancement, and efficiency improvements.
• Support in the presentation of reports to executives, stakeholders, and board members.
• Stay current with industry trends and the economic landscape to ensure that financial practices are in line with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Develop and maintain detailed financial models to support decision making regarding construction projects and investments.
• Conduct regular financial forecasting, updating models to reflect fluctuating conditions and project timelines.
• Provide analytical support for capital allocation decisions, including costbenefit analysis, ROI calculations, and scenario planning.
• Collaborate with project managers and other department heads to gather data and understand the financial implications of project decisions and strategies.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management, highlighting key financial trends, potential risks, and opportunities.

Job Requirements:

• Expertise in using financial software and Office Suites, particularly spreadsheets.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and BI tools is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and data driven mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field. A Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CFA, CPA, etc) is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in the construction industry or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling and forecasting with a strong understanding of financial statements and financial theory.

Job Application Deadline:
21st May, 2024.

Method of Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@designunion.biz using the job title as the subject of the mail.