Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager

Placements24; Hurlingham; Hybrid; ARS 136,430,000 - 197,065,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary potential

Fully remote work environment

Medical aid & retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic FP&A Manager to lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning in a remote-first setup. You will build complex financial models, analyze performance, and partner with leaders across departments to guide decision-making and strategic initiatives.

The role emphasizes strong analytical thinking, stakeholder influence, and proficiency with Excel and BI tools, offering a flexible work environment and opportunities to shape the company’s financial

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• MBA or professional certification (CA(SA), CFA) highly desirable.
• 5–7+ years in FP&A, corporate finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models for planning and scenario analysis.
• Analyze performance vs budget/forecast and identify drivers.
• Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards to senior management.
• Partner with business units to provide financial insights for strategic initiatives.
• Improve FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Strategic Planning

Analytical Thinking

Stakeholder Influence

Education

MBA

CA(SA)/CFA desirable

Bachelor’s in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

ERP Systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to join their finance team, operating primarily remotely. This role is critical for driving financial strategy, performance analysis, and long-term planning within the organization. You will be responsible for leading the FP&A function, providing insightful analysis, and partnering with business leaders across various departments to support informed decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to work in a flexible, remote-first environment, contributing significantly to the company's financial future in Sandton and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support business planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis of performance against budget/forecast, identifying key drivers and trends.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports and dashboards to senior management.
• Partner with business unit leaders to provide financial insights and support strategic initiatives.
• Continuously improve FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies for greater efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• A relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or professional certification (e.g., CA(SA), CFA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related field.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling , Excel, and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau); experience with large ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and business drivers.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and potential bonus component.
• Fully remote working arrangement, offering excellent flexibility and work-life integration.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and to influence strategic financial direction.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking work environment focused on achieving business goals.