Job Title: Planning & Reporting Analyst
Company: Airtel Nigeria (Airtel Networks Limited)
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Not Specified
Airtel Nigeria (Airtel Networks Limited) is a leading telecommunications services provider headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. The company ranks among the country’s top four mobile network operators, with a customer base of more than 39.8 million subscribers.
Airtel Nigeria offers a range of telecommunications and digital services, including 2G, 3G and 4G wireless services, mobile commerce and enterprise solutions.
About the Role
Airtel Nigeria is seeking a qualified and experienced Planning & Reporting Analyst to provide strategic finance support and professional financial reporting in line with global best practices. The successful candidate will deliver financial insights and reports to support management decision-making and the achievement of organisational objectives.
Airtel Africa is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Key Responsibilities
Opex Controllership
- Prepare and submit headquarters reports, including ANOVA commentaries and updates.
- Manage Opex trackers and monthly engagement activities.
- Coordinate FnF submissions and provide relevant commentaries.
- Support revenue forecasting and analysis.
- Track Opex issues and ensure the closure of relevant action points.
- Provide finance business partnering and decision support.
- Monitor and review Opex efficiency.
Flash and Forecast
- Prepare and submit complete Flash and Forecast (F&F) reports for N-1.
- Provide Month-on-Month (MoM), Quarter-on-Quarter (QoQ), Month versus Flash, F&F and Year-on-Year (YoY) commentaries covering flash and actual performance.
- Conduct flash health checks and prepare relevant reports.
Reporting and Analysis
Review the team’s internal and external reporting calendar to ensure:
- Compliance with reporting timelines.
- Identification of key risks and recommendations for improvement to relevant stakeholders.
- Delivery of high-quality reports.
Reports include weekly revenue, CR and KPI reports, as well as daily data and VAS CWN reports.
Business Review and Analysis
- Prepare business review presentations highlighting key performance indicators and areas requiring management decisions.
- Develop monthly financial review presentations covering financial performance and KPIs.
- Prepare and deliver quarterly Board presentations.
- Prepare and deliver quarterly management briefing reports.
Process Control Framework
Monitor and achieve established performance targets, including:
- FPA Calendar Compliance Tracker.
- PET Score.
Qualifications and Experience
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or Engineering.
- Professional qualification from ICAN, ACCA or CFA is required.
Relevant Experience and Technical Skills
- 8–10 years of experience in a multinational business environment in a similar capacity.
- Experience working with organisational leaders to define and execute financial strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and business acumen.
- Experience in organisational development, performance management and employee relations.
- Ability to handle complex situations effectively while building constructive relationships.
- Ability to establish partnerships in a matrix organisational environment and provide coaching and counselling across organisational levels.
- Strong consulting, negotiation and influencing skills, particularly when engaging senior management.
- Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), relevant regulations and global best practices.
- Excellent understanding of the Sales and Distribution (S&D) business model and its success factors.
- Strong budgeting, management and project management skills.
- Ability to manage ambiguity, tight deadlines, competing priorities and demanding stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to develop and integrate financial strategies and initiatives with business strategies with minimal supervision.
Required Skills and Competencies
- High degree of professionalism, maturity and confidentiality.
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Ability to understand the bigger picture and provide strategic advice to business units.
- Ability to lead effectively in an environment of constant change.
- Creativity and forward-thinking.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Airtel Nigeria recruitment portal:
Application Closing Date: 11th November, 2026 (12:59 AM).