Financial Analyst at Coca-Cola Kwanza

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Company: Coca-Cola Kwanza (Tanzania)Reference Number: CCB261001-6Job Category: Finance and ProcurementJob Type: PermanentLocation: Dar es Salaam, TanzaniaProvince: Not ApplicableClosing Date: 09 October 2026 JOB DESCRIPTION Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) presents an exciting opportunity for a Financial Analyst to join the Finance team at CCBA Tanzania. The role will report to the Country Lead: Supply Chain Finance. CCBA is the 8th largest Coca-Cola authorised bottler in the world by revenue, and the largest on the continent. It accounts for over 40% of all Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold in Africa by volume. With over 14,000 employees in Africa, CCBA group services more than 800,000 customers with a host of international and local brands. CCBA group operates in 14 countries: South Africa Kenya Ethiopia Uganda Mozambique Namibia Tanzania Botswana Zambia Eswatini Lesotho Malawi Comoros Mayotte KEY PURPOSE The Financial Analyst provides accurate, timely and insightful financial analysis supporting business planning, performance management, budgeting, forecasting and strategic decision-making. The role involves analysing financial and operational data, identifying trends and variances and translating financial information into actionable business insights. KEY OUTPUTS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Reconcile financial data and reporting across various financial systems, highlighting and investigating discrepancies. Resolve system-related issues by logging service requests, coordinating correction of erroneous postings and addressing master data mapping issues between systems. Prepare and circulate finance master data mapping files ahead of month-end closing and budgeting cycles. Develop simple financial tools to support business reporting and analytical requirements. Extract, validate and reconcile financial data from ERP systems, data warehouses and statutory reporting platforms. Develop and enhance financial reports to optimise existing reporting processes and strengthen data analytics. Ensure effective implementation and financial tracking of local and national promotions through accurate and timely financial reporting. Conduct financial analysis to support finance system investigations, providing relevant insights, context and recommendations. Identify opportunities to digitise and automate finance systems and processes, supporting digital transformation and operational optimisation. Collate and analyse information to understand existing finance system processes for process mapping and project scoping. Translate and debrief finance specifications with developers to ensure clarity of project scope, business requirements and proposed solutions. Design and conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT), documenting, tracking and resolving identified system deficiencies. Provide input into the development of training materials and project plans, and monitor project performance to identify risks, opportunities and critical success factors. Log requests with the Master Data team to manage and maintain finance master data within the ERP system. Provide timely feedback to business stakeholders on the status and progress of logged requests. Conduct quarterly self-assessments to identify areas of non-compliance within finance systems, processes and master data. Participate in quarterly stock counts to validate inventory records and ensure accurate stock reporting. Provide required information and supporting documentation to the Corporate Audit Division (CAD) and internal and external auditors to facilitate assessment of internal controls and compliance with IFRS and applicable accounting requirements. Implement and monitor action plans to close audit findings, strengthen internal controls and mitigate identified business risks. Track, analyse and report on project performance throughout the project life cycle. Identify and highlight key risks, opportunities and critical success factors in finance system projects. Analyse data and project outcomes to support post-implementation reviews and identify opportunities for system and process improvements. SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION Qualifications and Experience Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics or a related field. Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent is an added advantage. Relevant experience in financial analysis, FP&A, management accounting or a similar role. Experience Typically 2 to 5 years' relevant experience in financial analysis, FP&A, management accounting, investment analysis or a related field. Experience working with large datasets and financial modelling. Experience preparing management reports, budgets and forecasts. Technical Competencies Financial modelling and forecasting Budgeting and variance analysis Management accounting Financial statement analysis Business case development Advanced Microsoft Excel Data visualisation and Power BI ERP/financial systems Statistical and analytical techniques GENERAL Closing Date: 09 October 2026 The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional or relevant information as criteria for short-listing. HOW TO APPLY Only applications submitted through the e-recruitment portal will be accepted. Application Deadline: 09 October 2026 The source provided does not include a direct application URL.