Financial Planning Assistant Manager at Ntel Nigeria

About the Role

This position offers a great opportunity for career growth within our finance function. You will support financial planning initiatives across the organization while developing your expertise in financial analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts across business units
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas of improvement
• Assist in monthly and quarterly financial reporting to management and stakeholders
• Support business units in financial planning, target setting, and performance tracking
• Work with cross-functional teams to validate assumptions and ensure data accuracy
• Monitor key financial indicators and assist with the preparation of management dashboards
• Participate in business case development and investment appraisals
• Ensure financial plans align with corporate objectives and market realities
• Support internal and external audits by providing required data and analysis
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance function

Required Education and Professional Certification

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• Professional Certification in Accounting (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CPA, CFA or similar)

Required Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, or analysis
• Proven experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics) for financial transaction processing and reporting
• Demonstrable experience in performing bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
• Experience processing high volumes of financial transactions accurately and efficiently
• Experience in the telecommunications sector or similar fast-paced industry (advantageous)

Required Competencies

• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Solid knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations and reporting standards