Financial Planning And Analysis Manager

Our leading international FMCG manufacturing client based in KZN is seeking a FinancialPlanning and Analysis Manager who can l ead and manage the financial planning and analysis function within the organization.
Requirements: • Bachelors Degree in Commerce, finance or accounting.
• Professional qualified CA (SA) or CIMA
•6 to 7 years solid working experience as a senior finance business partner
• In depth experience with financial analysis and a strong analytical mindset
• Manufacturing or retail experience advantageous
What the role entails: Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and manage the annual budgeting process, working closely with department heads to establish financial targets. Create financial forecasts based on current performance and market trends.
Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior leadership to align financial goals with the overall strategic objectives of the organization. Provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making.
Financial Analysis: Lead the Controlling team in financial business partnering to analyze and identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement. Analyze variances between actual and budgeted/forecasted results. Track performance against key performance indicators (KPIs).
Reporting: Prepare and present regular financial reports to senior management, highlighting key metrics and insights. Provide clear and concise explanations for variances and trends.
Profitability Management: Report profitability by channel, brand and sku , with a view to identify opportunities to improve business profitability. Ensure innovation product costings are correct and in line with best practices.
Financial Modeling: Develop and maintain financial models to simulate various scenarios and assess the impact on the organization's financial performance.
Risk Management: Identify and assess financial risks, proposing strategies to mitigate potential challenges. Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting standards.
Continuous Improvement: Implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial planning and analysis processes.
Investment budget and Control: Take ownership of the capital expenditure ( CapEx ) budgeting process. Work closely with business units to identify and evaluate investment opportunities, ensuring alignment with overall business strategy.
• Communication Skills (Verbal and Written)
• Attention to detail
• Strong financial modelling skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Good interpersonal skills, must be approachable
• Ability to work with employees across the corporate hierarchy
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Deadline driven and ability to work under pressure)
Location: City of Cape Town Metropolitan Municipality, WC
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