Operational Analyst

About the role

TestHiring is recruiting an Operational Analyst for a full-time position in Northwestern, Zambia within the financial services sector. The role covers budget monitoring, cost control, operational planning, reporting and executive support, working closely with Finance, Operations and Project teams.

Key responsibilities

• Budget and forecasting: assist in preparing annual budgets, operational plans and rolling forecasts; develop and maintain financial models; analyse monthly performance against budgets and forecasts; investigate budget variances
• Reporting and dashboards: prepare management reports and financial dashboards, present financials to management, and produce weekly, monthly and quarterly reports
• Cost control: monitor departmental and project spending, track cost overruns, review operational expenditure and help implement cost-saving initiatives
• Planning and administration: coordinate operational planning, track milestones and deliverables, and support strategic initiatives
• Data and controls: collect and analyse operational and financial data, maintain reporting templates, support business intelligence dashboards, and support internal controls, audit preparation and compliance with company policies
• Cross-functional support: work with Finance, Operations and Project teams, provide analytical support for special projects and undertake other duties assigned by management

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or CFA completed or in progress is an added advantage
• Ability to manage fast-moving operations and to work in varied locations
• Experience in off-grid, wilderness or agricultural settings is an added advantage