Reporting Specialist

Job Summary

The Reporting specialist in the Finance Department is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and presenting financial and operational data to support strategic decision-making at Dangote Industries. This role plays a critical function in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial reports that align with the organization’s broader objectives. The Reporting Analyst will work closely with finance teams, business units, and senior management to develop insightful reports that drive performance, efficiency, and profitability across the company.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and deliver accurate, timely, and comprehensive financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analyses.
• Data Analysis & Insights: Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for operational and financial improvement. Provide actionable insights to management to support strategic decisions.
• Management Reporting: Develop and maintain management reports that track key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics. Provide regular updates to senior management on financial performance.
• Budgeting & Forecasting Support: Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts by providing accurate historical data and analysis of trends. Track performance against budgets and forecasts, highlighting deviations and recommending corrective actions.
• Automation & Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline reporting processes through automation tools, data visualization platforms, and improved workflows to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Compliance & Regulatory Reporting: Ensure all financial reports comply with internal policies, external regulations, and accounting standards. Assist in preparing reports for external stakeholders, including auditors, regulators, and tax authorities.
• Data Integrity & Quality Assurance: Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across all reports. Work closely with the IT and data teams to maintain the integrity of financial databases and reporting systems.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as operations, procurement, and sales, to gather relevant data for comprehensive financial reporting.
• Ad-hoc Reporting & Analysis: Provide specialized reports and conduct ad-hoc analysis to support specific projects or initiatives within the finance department and across the organization.
• Dashboard Creation: Utilize data visualization tools to create dashboards that present complex financial information in an accessible and understandable manner for key stakeholders.

Key Requirements

Education and Work Experience:
• Minimum Qualification: A bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CFA is an added advantage.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in financial reporting, data analysis, or a related finance role, preferably within a large organization or multinational corporation.

Functional Competencies

• Financial Analysis & Reporting: Strong understanding of financial reporting, accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP), and financial statement preparation.
• Data Analysis & Interpretation: Proficient in analyzing large datasets, identifying patterns, and deriving meaningful insights to support business decisions.
• Advanced Excel Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the use of pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, macros, and complex financial modeling techniques.
• Financial Systems Knowledge: Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and financial reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for data extraction and visualization.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Ability to support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with financial regulations, compliance standards, and external reporting requirements.
• Process Improvement & Automation: Ability to identify inefficiencies in reporting processes and implement solutions to improve speed and accuracy, including automation tools.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and present clear insights.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and data analysis.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders clearly and concisely.
• Time Management: Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively across departments and functions to gather data and provide comprehensive reporting.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and priorities, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidentiality: Strong ethical standards and the ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion and integrity.