414 Analyst Role jobs in Nigeria

The ideal candidate will be responsible for using their analytical mindset to analyze and interpret financial data, then relating it to potential business trends and issues. This candidate will feel comfortable using insights they have discovered to communicate important themes and discoveries to company leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current and past financial data and performance to make recommendations on profit enhancement
• Consistently analyze financial information based on both routine and ad-hoc reports
• Interpret financial data to recognize changing trends, patterns, and their meaning related to key performance indicators
• Communicate financial insights suggesting business issues to management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance or equivalent experience
• 0 - 3 years' financial analysis and modeling experience
• Advanced knowledge of Excel

Company Description

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Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Financial Analyst located in Lagos State, Nigeria. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for financial planning, creating and analyzing financial statements, handling finance-related tasks, and preparing financial reports. The day-to-day tasks will involve analyzing financial data, creating budgets, forecasting financial outcomes, and making recommendations based on financial insights. Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and company policies will also be part of the role.

Qualifications

• Financial Planning and Analytical Skills
• 1- 2 years' experience with Financial Statements and Finance
• Proficiency in Financial Reporting
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel is an advantage
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field
• Professional certifications are a plus

Job Title: Finance Analyst - Business Financial Planner

Department: Finance

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos

Job Type: Full-time

About the company:

The company is a Nigerian fashion brand established in 2019, specializing in made-in-Nigeria designs for the internationally minded woman. We create sophisticated and timeless ready-to-wear and bespoke garments that combine modern elegance with African heritage. As we continue to expand, we seek a Finance Analyst/Business Financial Planner who will help drive our growth through insightful financial analysis, strategic planning, investor engagement, and data-driven recommendations.

Job Summary:

The Finance Analyst/Business Financial Planner will play a critical role in analyzing the company's financial health, identifying areas of improvement, and creating a robust financial growth plan. This role also includes identifying investment opportunities, attracting investors, and outlining how investments will be used to support growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience in business planning, financial forecasting, and revenue growth strategies, and will collaborate closely with leadership to guide long-term strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis & Forecasting:

• Analyze the company's financial performance by reviewing key metrics, including revenue, expenses, cash flow, and profitability; provide forecasts and budget variance analysis.

• Analyze financial information to produce business and economic forecasts to guide decision-making.

• Drive month-end closing by analyzing trial balances, researching general ledger activity, and identifying variances to budget and prior year.

• Revise budgets and closely follow up on collections, payables, stock, sales, and net margin; challenge assumptions and propose revisions as necessary.

Strategic Business Planning:

• Work closely with management to develop long-term business growth plans and financial strategies.

• Analyze current business operations and suggest strategies to improve revenue streams and reduce costs.

• Provide insights on potential expansion opportunities, new revenue models, and operational efficiencies.

Investor Relations & Fundraising:

• Develop financial presentations and pitch decks to attract potential investors and communicate the company's growth potential.

• Identify investment opportunities and secure funding for expansion, product development, and other business needs.

• Engage with potential investors and stakeholders to present financial models, growth projections, and return on investment (ROI) scenarios.

• Ensure that funds are allocated efficiently, in line with business objectives, and provide reports on the impact of investments.

Investment Planning & Capital Allocation:

• Outline how investments will be used for business growth, including scaling production, expanding into new markets, and enhancing operational efficiency.

• Prepare business cases for investment in new products, marketing campaigns, technology, or other areas that require financial support.

• Provide strategic recommendations on how to utilize raised capital for maximum business impact and revenue growth.

Revenue Growth & Cost Efficiency:

• Identify opportunities for revenue growth through new product lines, market expansion, or improved sales strategies.

• Perform financial modeling to assess the impact of different pricing strategies, marketing campaigns, and partnerships.

• Analyze cost drivers and recommend ways to optimize operational expenses.

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

• Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards for senior leadership and investors, providing clear insights into the company's financial performance.

• Ensure accuracy in financial statements, working closely with the accounting team to maintain accurate and timely reporting.

• Prepare variance analyses comparing actual performance to budgeted figures and make recommendations for corrective actions.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Monitor and mitigate financial risks by ensuring that the company adheres to industry regulations and financial best practices.

• Identify areas of potential financial exposure and provide strategies to minimize these risks.

• Collaborate with external auditors and financial institutions to ensure compliance and reporting accuracy.

Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams:

• Work closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams to align financial planning with company goals.

• Provide financial insights that influence marketing strategies, product development, and business operations.

• Collaborate with the Creative Director to align financial strategies with the company's brand and product objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

• 3–5 years of experience in financial analysis, business planning, or similar roles, preferably within the retail or fashion industry.

• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis tools (e.g., Excel, financial software).

• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and business growth strategies.

• Experience in investor relations and fundraising.

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make actionable recommendations.

• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

• Experience with business plan development and investment analysis is a plus.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of the fashion industry and retail financial trends.

• Experience with financial software.

• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. We encourage all applicants to thoroughly review the job requirements before applying.

The ideal candidates will conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis on financial and non-financial institutions as well as prepare research reports on various sectors of the Nigerian Economy. These candidates will also study and understand the macroeconomic environment of Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda and Ghana.

Scope of the Job

• Prepare credit rating reports on different institutions as assigned.
• Act as Industry specialist on the industry assigned to him/her. This will include preparing research report(s) on this industry within the timeline agreed with the Head of Research and keeping abreast of developments in this industry.
• Conduct Client Specific Research as assigned.
• Facilitating training sessions on financial management related courses
• Prepare periodic articles for publication on Agusto Market Intelligence (AMI) portal.
• Support client specific consulting engagements when required.

Qualifications and Requirement

• Good Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Accounting, Finance or related fields
• Relevant professional qualifications required (ACA, ACCA or CFA)
• MBA or MSc and financial modelling skill will be an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working as a credit/financial analyst in a reputable financial service organisation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication and business writing skills
• Good knowledge of Financial Statement Analysis and Macroeconomics

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The ideal candidate will be responsible for using their analytical mindset to analyze and interpret financial data, then relating it to potential business trends and issues. This candidate will feel comfortable using insights they have discovered to communicate important themes and discoveries to company leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current and past financial data and performance to make recommendations on profit enhancement
• Consistently analyze financial information based on both routine and ad-hoc reports
• Interpret financial data to recognize changing trends, patterns, and their meaning related to key performance indicators
  Communicate financial insights suggesting business issues to management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance or equivalent experience
• 0 - 3 years' financial analysis and modeling experience
  Advanced knowledge of Excel

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We are seeking a dedicated and results-oriented Finance Operations Analyst. This individual will be responsible for accounting and financial analysis function to ensure the financial records of the company are properly kept and generate the financial insights the company needs to operate efficiently. This position is ideal for candidates who have experience in accounting and are looking to manage the finance operations of a growing internet company.

We have a 3-step process (application & case study, technical interview, and culture fit interview) and we're invested in hiring the best candidates.

Job Responsibilities

• Keep the management account of the organization updated as frequently as possible.
• Provide weekly reports on expenses and income.
• Work with external accounting professionals like tax consultants and auditors to fulfill all financial requirements.
• Manage and fund the budget for operational activities.
• Keep track of outstanding debts and accounts receivable.
• Ensure that the inventory books are well-balanced and updated.
• Manage the company's financial obligations in countries it has a registered business.
• Maintain a relationship with banking partners and vendors to negotiate discounts and eliminate excessive spending.
• Manage all financial operations of the company

Experience Required

• Advanced spreadsheet skills. To be successful at this role you need to be a power user of spreadsheets
• Minimum 3 years in a finance role with a strong emphasis on data analysis and accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and automation tools
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and take initiative.
• Knowledge of e-commerce financial operations and inventory management.
• Ability to use technology to improve your workflow processes (e.g: using Zapier or creating workflow automations in Zoho)
• Experience filing taxes or dealing with tax consultants.

Our preferred candidate is someone who has these skills set

• Advanced data analysis with proficiency in Excel and other spreadsheet tools.
• Comprehensive accounting experience, including the preparation of management accounts.
• Proficient in calculating and interpreting key financial ratios such as Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR) and Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC).
• Skilled in developing financial metrics tailored to assess cross-departmental financial performance.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Employee loans
• Health Insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Hybrid - remote work structure

We're seeking a detail-oriented
Financial Analyst
who excels at turning complex financial data into actionable business insights. You'll support diverse clients with strategic financial planning while building automated reporting systems that drive efficiency and accuracy.

In this role, you'll collaborate closely with the accounting department to ensure financial data integrity, reconcile reporting, and align analysis with core accounting processes—while leveraging strong analytical skills and technical innovation. Using tools like Python and API integrations, you'll streamline financial workflows and deliver real-time insights that fuel business growth.

Perks and Benefits

• Paid in
  USD
  every
  15th & 30th
  of the month
• Up to
  14 days of Paid Time Off
  annually, from Day 1
• Flexible holiday observance
  based on your location
• 100% remote
  – work from anywhere
• Access to advanced financial modeling tools and automation platforms
• Work across diverse industries with measurable impact on business decisions
• Freedom to innovate with emerging financial technologies and data visualization tools

What You'll be doing

• Strategic Financial Planning
  Develop comprehensive financial models for budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis
• Create dynamic financial plans that adapt to changing business conditions across multiple industries
• Automated Reporting Systems
  Build automated report generation workflows using QuickBooks Online and API integrations
• Design real-time dashboards and financial performance tracking systems
• Advanced Data Analysis
  Analyze time series financial data to identify trends, patterns, and growth opportunities
• Transform raw financial data into compelling visualizations and executive-ready presentations
• Financial Process Optimization
  Streamline financial workflows through automation and system integration
• Implement best practices for data accuracy and financial control processes
• Business Intelligence & Insights
  Prepare variance analyses, KPI tracking, and performance measurement reports
• Provide actionable recommendations based on financial analysis and market research

Who You Are

• 5+ years
  of financial analysis experience with
  strong modeling expertise
• Advanced proficiency in
  Google Sheets or Excel
  for complex financial modeling
• Hands-on experience with
  QuickBooks Online
  and automated report generation
• Financial planning specialization
  with track record of accurate forecasting
• Strong analytical mindset with ability to
  interpret complex data sets
• Experience working across
  multiple industries or business models
• Nice to Have:
  Python proficiency, especially with time series data or data visualization
• Bonus:
  Familiarity with QuickBooks Online API and financial system integrations

Application Process Overview

Our thorough selection process ensures we find the right analytical fit:

1. Initial Application
2. Submit your application with financial modeling samples and automation examples
3. One-way Video Interview
4. Record a brief Loom video explaining your approach to financial analysis
5. Financial Modeling Assessment
6. Complete a practical challenge involving forecasting and data analysis
7. Recruitment Interview
8. Initial screening focusing on technical skills and problem-solving abilities
9. Executive Interview
10. Discuss role alignment, analytical approach, and career goals
11. Client Interview
12. Final interview covering system integration and team collaboration
13. Background & Reference Check
14. Professional reference verification
15. Job Offer
16. Successful candidates receive a formal offer with a competitive compensation package

We provide feedback at each stage and maintain transparent communication throughout the process.

Ready to Drive Financial Excellence?

If you're passionate about turning financial data into strategic insights, love building automated systems, and want to make a measurable impact on business growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Please include in your portfolio:

• 3-5 financial analysis case studies showing modeling expertise and business impact
• Examples of automated reporting systems or process improvements you've implemented
• Brief explanation of your experience with financial planning and forecasting methodologies

Company Description

SpenTrail is a personal finance assistant that empowers everyday users to track, understand, and manage their money through the power of automation and artificial intelligence. Our platform is designed to simplify financial management for individuals. By leveraging advanced technology, SpenTrail aims to provide comprehensive and intuitive financial solutions to our users.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Financial Analyst located in Lagos. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for financial planning, analyzing financial statements, and preparing financial reports. They will also create and present financial analyses, forecasts, and budgets to support business decisions and strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Financial Planning and Finance skills
• Strong Analytical Skills and the ability to analyze Financial Statements
• Experience in Financial Reporting
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis software
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred