About the position
Our leading international FMCG manufacturing client based in KZN is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager who can lead 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.
Competencies:
-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)
-Meticulous and accurate
Desired Skills:
- Financial
- Planning
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