JOB DESCRIPTION – FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYSIS OFFICER

Position Title - Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Officer

Department

Finance

Location

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Reports To

Finance Manager

1. Purpose of the Role

The Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Officer will play a key role in supporting the company's financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, business analysis, and management reporting. The successful candidate will provide meaningful financial insights to support strategic decision-making, improve operational performance, and drive business growth.

This role requires a highly analytical individual with strong commercial awareness, excellent attention to detail, and a naturally inquisitive mindset.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Support the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Coordinate budget submissions from various departments.
• Monitor budget performance and analyse variances.
• Assist management in developing financial plans aligned with business objectives.

B. Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare monthly management reports and financial performance analyses.
• Analyse revenue, costs, profitability, and key business drivers.
• Produce variance analysis with recommendations for corrective actions.
• Prepare dashboards and KPIs for management reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end reporting processes.

C. Business Performance Analysis

• Conduct financial modelling and scenario analysis.
• Evaluate business performance and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Provide commercial insights to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Assist with investment appraisals and business cases for new initiatives.
• Monitor key financial and operational performance indicators.

D. Financial Controls & Compliance

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial procedures.
• Assist in maintaining strong financial controls and governance.

E. Stakeholder Support

• Work closely with department heads to provide financial guidance and analysis.
• Present financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Support management with ad hoc financial reports and analysis as required.

3. Candidate Profile

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• CPA (T), ACCA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification is essential.

Experience

• 4–6 years' experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Management Accounting, Corporate Finance, or Financial Reporting.
• Experience preparing budgets, forecasts, and management reports.
• Strong experience in financial modelling and performance analysis.
• Experience working within a commercial business environment.
• ERP system experience will be an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Financial planning and budgeting
• Financial modelling
• Forecasting and variance analysis
• Management reporting
• Financial statement analysis
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• ERP systems
• Power BI or similar reporting tools (advantageous)

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Naturally inquisitive with an enquiring mindset
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Commercial awareness
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• High levels of integrity and professionalism

4. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of budgets and forecasts
• Quality of management reporting
• Accuracy of financial analysis and recommendations
• Budget variance management
• Delivery of financial insights that support business performance
• Timely completion of monthly reporting deadlines
• Continuous improvement of FP&A processes

5. Preferred Industry Background

Ideal candidates will have experience within:

• Manufacturing
• FMCG
• Distribution
• Logistics
• Telecommunications
• Financial Services
• Commercial organisations

6. Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a commercially minded finance professional with strong analytical ability and a genuine curiosity for understanding business performance. The successful candidate will possess excellent financial planning and analytical skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insights that support strategic decision-making.