Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive executive salary

Career growth opportunities

Continuous training and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to lead strategic financial operations in Queenstown, hybrid role blending office collaboration with remote work. You will drive planning, forecasting, budgeting and analytics to shape business strategy and improve financial performance.

The ideal candidate brings 6–8 years in FP&A, strong modeling skills, proficiency in Excel, Hyperion or Anaplan, and the ability to translate numbers into actionable insights for senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop robust financial models to support strategic initiatives and scenario planning.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide actionable insights.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for senior management and the board.
• Evaluate financial impact of business decisions and operational changes.
• Collaborate with departments to align financial plans with business objectives.
• Enhance FP&A processes and systems for efficiency.
• Provide financial guidance for new business opportunities and investments.
• Monitor KPIs and provide regular updates.
• Mentor and develop junior finance team members.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

Communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

CA(SA)/CIMA/ACCA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Hyperion

Anaplan

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and analytical Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to lead their strategic financial operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA . This is a hybrid role, offering a flexible work arrangement that combines office-based collaboration with remote working capabilities. The FP&A Manager will be responsible for driving the company's financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analytical processes. You will play a critical role in providing insights that guide business strategy, improve financial performance, and support key decision-making across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial modeling skills, a deep understanding of business drivers, and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively. Our client is a forward-thinking organization that values strategic financial guidance and offers significant opportunities for professional growth. We are looking for a leader who can build strong relationships with stakeholders and translate financial data into actionable business strategies. This role is instrumental in shaping the company's financial future.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Developing robust financial models to support strategic initiatives and scenario planning.
• Analyzing financial performance, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights.
• Preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports for senior management and the board.
• Evaluating the financial impact of business decisions and operational changes.
• Collaborating with various departments to align financial plans with business objectives.
• Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of FP&A processes and systems.
• Providing financial guidance and support for new business opportunities and investments.
• Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and providing regular updates.
• Mentoring and developing junior members of the finance team.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA), CIMA, or ACCA is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, or a related finance role.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial planning software (e.g., Hyperion, Anaplan).
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Experience in financial analysis for business development is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive executive salary, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, and opportunities for significant career advancement.
• The hybrid work model ensures a healthy work-life balance.
• You will have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions and drive financial excellence within a growing organization.
• Join a company that invests in its people through continuous training and development programs.
• We provide a dynamic and challenging work environment where your analytical skills and strategic thinking will be highly valued and rewarded.
• Be part of a team committed to financial integrity and business growth.