• Job Title: Corporate Finance Analyst
• Reports to: Finance Manager
• Department: Finance
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Role Purpose Statement:

The Corporate Finance Analyst will provide critical financial analysis and strategic support to the business, driving informed decision-making on capital investments, cost optimisation, and resource allocation. This role will focus on evaluating financial performance, preparing forecasts, and analysing business risks to support sustainable growth.

The analyst will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to budgeting and financial planning, and assist in developing strategies that enhance operational efficiency and profitability. Additionally, the role includes monitoring compliance with financial policies and reporting requirements while identifying opportunities for process improvement and value creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models specific to aviation operations, including fleet planning, route profitability, and infrastructure costing.
• Conduct scenario analysis and stress-testing for key industry risks such as fuel price volatility, FX fluctuations, and liquidity constraints.
• Support capital restructuring initiatives, including hybrid instruments and equity solutions for subsidiaries.
• Prepare board papers, investor presentations, and executive dashboards with clear visual communication.
• Benchmark airline financial and operational performance against industry peers.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and strategy teams to ensure compliance with finance and governance policies.
• Contribute to special projects such as fleet expansion, infrastructure development, and sustainability initiatives.

Know How:

• Technical Knowledge: Strong grasp of financial modelling, accounting principles, and corporate finance tools.
• Management Skills: Ability to manage projects, budgets, and financial reporting processes effectively.
• Human Relations Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with finance teams, management, and external stakeholders.
• Specialised Knowledge: In-depth understanding of financial analysis, investment appraisal, risk management, and corporate valuation.

Problem Solving:

• Thinking Environment: Works within established financial frameworks, policies, and regulatory guidelines, analysing complex financial data to support decision-making.
• Thinking Challenge: Interprets large datasets, develops financial models, identifies risks and trends, and provides practical recommendations to address financial and strategic challenges.

Accountability:

• Freedom to Act: Works independently within financial policies, escalating major risks or decisions as required.
• Magnitude: Supports analysis of significant budgets, investments, and financial allocations.
• Impact of Decisions: Directly influences profitability, cash flow, and capital allocation; errors may result in financial loss or risk exposure.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Actuarial Science, Economics, or related field.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in corporate finance, aviation finance, or actuarial analysis.
• Professional qualifications (CFA, CPA, ACCA, Actuarial certifications) are an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/IAS and international accounting standards.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, valuation techniques, and scenario planning.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools.