Budget Management specialist

Background

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Management, Engineering, or a related field

Professional Experience

1-3 years experience in:

• Budget management, financial control, or CAPEX tracking
• Technology, Telecoms, Accounting, or Project-based environments
• Proven exposure to:
• CAPEX budgets (commitments, actuals, forecasts)
• Purchase Orders, GRNs, credit notes, and Finance reconciliation

Environment Exposure 
Experience working with: 

• Multiple stakeholders
•  Governance-heavy environments (Board, ExCo, audits)

Core Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of: CAPEX budget structures, Commitments vs Actuals vs Forecasts, Budget consumption and variance drivers 

Reporting & Tools

• Advanced proficiency in: Excel (structured trackers, formulas, reconciliation, controls)
•  Working knowledge of: Power BI
• Ability to produce Clean, accurate, executive-ready reports
  

Governance & Control Skills

• Understanding of CAPEX governance rules and controls
• Ability to: Maintain auditable records for approvals, reallocations, and forecasts
•  Support internal and external audits confidently

Soft Skills & Behavioral Competencies

• Clear and structured communication
•  Ability to: Challenge inputs diplomatically and Request corrections and clarifications