About the role
1. Accountabilities and Reporting Relationship
Detail-oriented and analytical FP&A Analyst to support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting activities. The role will be responsible for analyzing financial performance, preparing reports, supporting strategic decision-making, and improving financial visibility across the business.
The ideal candidate should possess strong financial modeling skills, business understanding, and the ability to work closely with operational departments to provide meaningful financial insights.
2. Main Duties and Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Forecasting
Prepare annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast.
Analyze financial variances and provide explanations and recommendations.
Support cash flow forecasting and working capital monitoring.
Provide market trend insights (Inflation, forex exposures , other key factors)
Financial Analysis
Conduct profitability, cost, and margin analysis.
Analyze operational and financial KPIs.
Support scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis for strategic projects.
Reporting
Prepare monthly management reports , Long term cash flow and presentations.
Prepare weekly short term cash flow statements
Prepare monthly long term cash flow statements
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results.
Support preparation of board and shareholder reporting materials.
Business Support
Partner with departments to support budgeting and cost control initiatives.
Provide financial insights to improve operational efficiency.
Initiate and lead SG&A cost saving initiatives
Assist in pricing, product profitability, and business case analysis.
3. Job Requirements
3.1 Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting & finance, or Economics
3.2 Experience
2–5 years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, accounting, or corporate finance.
3.3 General Competencies
Strong understanding of financial statements and budgeting processes.
Experience in manufacturing or FMCG industry is an advantage.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and other packages
Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities.
Experience with MS business central and BI/reporting tools is an advantage.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Strong business and commercial understanding.
3.4 Language
Good verbal & written communication
Working at Holland Dairy Processing Company
- Private health coverFor you and your immediate family
- 25 days paid leavePlus all public holidays
- Home office budget30,000 ETB to set up your space
- Learning stipendAnnual budget for courses and conferences
- Parental leave16 weeks fully paid, all parents
- Transport allowanceMonthly stipend for commuting days