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Job Summary

• Business performance reporting including functional reporting
• Managing for Value reporting- product and customer profitability reports
• Support the development of Balance Sheet management
• Acts as first hand contact for business functions in analyzing and interpreting financial information
• Monitor competition's activities (reporting comparative analysis of the market data)
• Manage the Medium-Term Plan (MTP) and Short-Term Plan (STP) process with different functions

Job Description

Business Performance Reporting

Lead in development and preparation of Absa Uganda’s short-term plan (STP), medium term plan (MTP) and rolling forecast (RAF) and budgets.
Build effective working relationships with business stakeholders to develop a detailed understanding of their business imperatives and objectives.
Identify opportunities through which data and analytics can assist in addressing business challenges.
Oversee collection and packaging of data into usable and user-friendly management information for the relevant teams and stakeholders in the organization.
Effective preparation and presentation of regular performance reports to EXCO and Board, particularly related to needs of the business to aid performance measurement and management.
Identify opportunities in support of the business initiatives through analysis of the internal business management information as well as external industry information.
Analyze trends within the business data to reduce risks, optimize performance of the business and inform decision making.
Provide advice and support to management on financial risks that might have an impact on profitability by discussing at regular intervals all financial related matters.
Check and challenge functional budgets thereby ensuring that they are realistic and stretching.
Required to persuade and drive the delivery of financial targets through regular discussions with Retail, Business Banking, Corporate, and Markets.

Technical Experience and Capability

In depth understanding of short-, medium- and long-term strategies, goals and objectives
Detailed knowledge of Management Accounting
Detailed understanding of Managing for Value reporting
Strong Computer skills and other Analytical tools- TM1
Comprehensive understanding of product set and services of Corporate, Treasury and Retail portfolios
Detailed understanding of customer segmentation and service principles
Good knowledge of commercial and competitor environment
An appreciation of the external economic, political, legal and regulatory environment and their impact to the business.
Any other duties that maybe assigned to you from time to time by the Bank.

Preferred Education

University degree in Accounting or Finance.
Or a full Professional qualification in Accounting such as ACCA, qualified with strong accounting background.

Preferred Experience

Training in influencing and leadership skills
Performance Development Training
In depth understanding of the business model, strategy, market opportunities and threats, competition dynamics, product portfolio, supplier relationships and customer profiles as this is key to providing a unique perspective that looks across different dynamics
Comprehensive understanding of product set and services of Corporate, Retail, Business Banking, Markets, and Treasury portfolios
Detailed understanding of customer segmentation and service principles
Good knowledge of commercial/retail and competitor environment
An appreciation of the external economic, political, legal and regulatory environment and their impact to the business.
Interpersonal and communication skills

Competencies:

Planning and organization skills
Ability to think creatively and identify innovative solutions
Excellent comprehension skills to understand and interpret financial data and economic trends.
Highly numeric/strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work well under pressure, working accurately with attention to detail, and meeting deadlines
Demonstrated ability to maintain and enhance relationships with stakeholders in order to achieve work goals.

Education

Postgraduate Degrees and Professional Qualifications: Financial Sciences (Required)

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