Requirements
REQUIREMENTS – FINANCE & COMMERCIAL ANALYST (GGE)
Company: GEYES GLOBAL EMPIRE LTD (GGE)
Department: Finance & Commercial
Location: Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time, On-site
Reports To: Head of Strategy & Commercial Development / Managing Director
1. Educational Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Banking and Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
* Professional qualifications such as ICAN, ACCA, CFA or equivalent will be an added advantage.
* A postgraduate qualification in Finance, Economics or Business Management is desirable.
2. Professional Experience:
* Minimum of 2–4 years' relevant experience in financial analysis, commercial analysis, accounting, investment analysis or financial planning.
* Experience preparing financial reports, budgets, financial projections and business performance analyses.
* Exposure to investment projects, business feasibility studies or corporate finance will be an advantage.
* Experience in manufacturing, agriculture, infrastructure, energy or other productive sectors is desirable.
3. Financial Analysis Skills:
* Strong understanding of financial statements: Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Statement.
* Ability to develop financial models and business projections.
* Knowledge of CAPEX, OPEX, working capital and cash-flow management.
* Ability to calculate and interpret ROI, IRR, NPV, EBITDA, payback period and break-even points.
* Ability to conduct cost-benefit analysis and financial feasibility assessments.
* Understanding of budgeting, financial forecasting and variance analysis.
4. Commercial Analysis Skills:
* Ability to assess business opportunities and commercial viability.
* Experience analysing pricing structures, operating costs, profit margins and revenue models.
* Ability to evaluate supplier quotations, procurement costs and commercial proposals.
* Knowledge of market research, competitor analysis and industry pricing.
* Ability to assess commercial risks and identify cost optimisation opportunities.
* Understanding of contract economics and business performance indicators.
5. Accounting & Financial Reporting:
* Ability to prepare accurate financial reports and management accounts.
* Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial controls.
* Ability to monitor expenses, budgets, receivables and payables.
* Knowledge of financial documentation, reconciliations and record-keeping.
* Familiarity with Nigerian tax and statutory financial reporting requirements is an advantage.
6. Computer & Technical Proficiency:
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial formulas, spreadsheets and financial modelling.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
* Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage or similar platforms.
* Knowledge of financial modelling tools, data analysis software and CRM systems is an advantage.
7. Analytical & Communication Skills:
* Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to interpret financial data and present meaningful business insights.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to prepare professional financial reports, presentations and investment analysis documents.
8. Professional Attributes:
* High level of integrity, confidentiality and accountability.
* Strong organisational and time-management skills.
* Proactive, disciplined and result-oriented.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Commercially aware, business-minded and capable of meeting deadlines.
* Willingness to learn and contribute to a growing investment and industrial development company.
9. Location & Availability:
* Must currently reside in Benin City, Edo State.
* Must be available for full-time, on-site employment.
* Must be available for physical interviews.
* Must be ready to resume immediately or on an agreed commencement date.
10. Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit:
1. Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
2. Copies of relevant academic and professional qualifications.
3. Brief professional statement highlighting experience in financial and commercial analysis.
4. Examples of financial models, reports, budgets or business analysis previously prepared, where available.
5. Current residential area within Benin City.
Important: GGE seeks a Finance & Commercial Analyst who can go beyond bookkeeping and routine accounting. The successful candidate must be able to analyse business opportunities, evaluate project economics, develop financial models, validate commercial assumptions and provide reliable financial information to support management and investment decisions.