ABOUT US
Africa has an untapped talent pool that is increasing exponentially, with a projected workforce that will exceed India and China by 2035 Fuelled by this, our mission is to create work opportunities for millions of Africa’s youth and solve the world’s shortage of technology talent.
Our company SAND has 170+ staff members from 30+ countries with plans to acquire several companies around the world to become a multi-billion dollar global technology services provider that employs over 100K employees across the globe.
We have 3 brands represented in our ecosystem:
- With ALX, we are building the fastest-growing pool of technology talent in the world, training young talent across Software Engineering, Cloud Computing, Data Science and Salesforce. We are shaping the next generation of software engineers in over 60 countries.
- Through our talent agent, The Room, we are creating a community (43+ countries represented to date) for the World’s top tech talent sparking transformative careers by connecting top technology talent with extraordinary opportunities for impact.
- Through Sand Technologies we support enterprises and scale-ups around the world to develop world class technology products, build great technology teams, generate more revenue, and deliver outstanding customer experience. Our clients include one of the largest cloud computing providers in the world as well as Bestseller A/S (Denmark), Create Prime (New Zealand), Stanbic Bank (Kenya), and Tamara (Dubai).
With varying levels of expertise in software development, data, cloud, machine learning, artificial intelligence, UX design, web development, etc, we providing unparalleled opportunities to technology talent worldwide while reshaping industries, disrupting traditional business models, and creating new opportunities for innovation and growth.
We do hard things!
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Senior FP&A Analyst, you will report to the Head of FP&A and be responsible for a range of FP&A areas, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial reporting, and other ad-hoc financial projects. You will be expected to work closely with other members of the finance team, as well as the broader business, to support decision-making and drive financial performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the budgeting process and lead the monthly reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financial results to senior management.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic planning, forecasting, and business analysis.
- Analyze key performance metrics and drivers of financial performance, providing insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
- Develop and maintain financial dashboards to track and monitor KPIs and other metrics.
- Partner with business leaders to provide financial support and guidance for key strategic initiatives and projects.
- Ensure compliance with all financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified Chartered Accountant from a recognised accounting professional body
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in FP&A, preferably in start-ups or scale-ups, with experience in SaaS metrics.
- Strong understanding of financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Experience with ERP and financial reporting systems, as well as advanced proficiency in Excel and other financial analysis tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Proficiency with Planning tools (Anaplan) is a plus
We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career development and growth within our fast-growing company.
If you are an experienced and motivated Senior FP&A Analyst with a passion for driving financial performance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
