Group Business Analyst

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics or related field; a professional qualification (e.g., CFA, CPA, ACCA) is an advantage.
  

  
  

• At least 7 years’ experience in business analysis, investment banking, corporate finance, or financial consulting.
  

  
  

• Proven strength in structured problem solving, critical thinking, and solution execution across complex business issues.
  

  
  

• Deep understanding of corporate finance, valuation methodologies, and financial modelling.
  

  
  

• Experience in due diligence, strategic planning, and performance improvement initiatives.
  

  
  

• Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is highly desirable.
  

  
  

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence senior stakeholders.
  

  
  

• Excellent project management capabilities and ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities.
  

  
  

• Working knowledge of French or Kiswahilii as a second language is desirable.
  

• Strategic Business Analysis: Support the CFO in conducting business analysis to identify opportunities for optimisation, cost rationalisation, and performance enhancement across Group operations.
  

  
  

• Financial Modelling & Valuation: Develop, evaluate, and maintain robust financial models, including valuation models, scenario analyses, and profitability assessments to support key business decisions.
  

  
  

• Performance Analysis: Monitor and analyse financial performance of subsidiaries and Group entities, highlighting trends and insights to inform strategic planning and reporting.
  

  
  

• Due Diligence & Corporate Finance: Provide critical support in corporate finance transactions, including due diligence, investment appraisals, and structuring recommendations.
  

  
  

• Problem Solving: Lead structured problem-solving initiatives to diagnose root causes, develop solutions, and deliver actionable recommendations across business and operational challenges.
  

  
  

• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a liaison between the CFO’s office and key stakeholders across subsidiaries, legal, investor relations, and senior executive team.
  

  
  

• Presentation & Visualization: Prepare clear, insightful reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate analysis and recommendations to senior management and external parties.
  

  
  

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work collaboratively across business units and workstreams to support implementation of strategic initiatives, tracking progress and ensuring alignment with Group priorities.