Specialist-Finance Business Partnering (Internal/External)

Finance Business Partnering Specialist supporting non-Technology units with reporting, budgeting, forecasting, investment cases and post-investment reviews at Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia PLC.

At Safaricom Ethiopia, we are a purpose-led technology company dedicated to transforming lives through digital connectivity and inclusive financial services. In less than five years, we have grown to serve 15 million customers, with our network now reaching 62% of Ethiopia’s population - a testament to our bold vision and trusted partnerships.

Guided by our core values of customer obsession, innovation, integrity, and collaboration, we are building a workplace that is dynamic, inclusive, and empowering. We believe our greatest strength lies in our people. That is why, for three consecutive years, we have proudly earned the Top Employer Award - recognition of our unwavering commitment to fostering a supportive, innovative, and inclusive environment.

Join Safaricom Ethiopia and be part of a team that is shaping the digital future of Ethiopia. Here, your work has meaning, your voice matters, and your growth is our priority. Together, we are transforming lives for a digital future.

Role purpose:

Support all non-Technology unit in the reporting, budgeting & forecasting process, building business cases for new investments and conduct Post investment reviews.The Role will also support other finance teams with any domain specific issues related to his/her scope.

Key accountabilities and decision ownership [max 5]:

• Support Payroll and Other Opex Budgeting & Forecasting process for the company and ensuring complete, accurate, timely and quality delivery with all required reporting.

• Build on and improve Opex reporting models and assumptions working closely with the respective business unit, taking complete ownership of the unit’s performance.

• Understand, identify and communicate the key risks to the financial plan; manage Opex (actuals and forecast) and work closely with units on initiatives to optimize costs.

• Perform analysis and recommend initiatives to close gaps in actual business performance vs budgets.

• Support Business Unit in building and challenging business cases for new investments and conduct post investment review of the business cases.

• Perform additional activities as assigned by functional lead.

• Support other Finance teams with any domain specific issues related to his/her scope

  Core competencies, knowledge and experience [max 5]:

• Analytical and Problem-solving skills; Team player, yet able to work independently.

• Understanding of financial and non-financial performance metrics and able to connect the linkages between input drivers and outcomes, knowledge of accounting principles

• Experience of and Exposure to business case preparation & investment appraisals,

• Strong communication [including written and presentations], active listening, relationship building, and negotiations skills a must for business partnering.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft office (e.g. MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power point and Outlook) with advanced Excel skills;

  Key performance indicators [max 3]:

• Feedback from Business units

• Initiatives put in place to optimize cost

• PIRs

Must have technical / professional qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business (or related degree or experience) or equivalent experience required;

• At least 5 years’ experience of financial management in the mobile telecommunications sector or in a similar role within a large company.