Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance-based bonus incentives

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Career advancement exposure

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager for a growing regional retail group with operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on leading budgeting, forecasting, modeling, and strategic financial analysis to drive performance.

The ideal candidate will translate complex data into actionable insights, partner with department heads, and help shape major investment decisions in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in finance, accounting, or economics.
• Professional qualification (CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA, CFA) is highly desirable.
• 6+ years in FP&A, budgeting, and reporting roles.
• Advanced Excel with complex formulas and dashboards (VBA).
• Experience with ERP/FP&A tools (SAP BPC, Anaplan).

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models for scenario planning.
• Analyze performance against budget and forecast, identifying variances.
• Prepare management reports, board presentations, and ad‑hoc analyses.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic initiatives and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand business needs and guide financial decisions.
• Develop and track KPIs across the business.
• Assist in evaluating investments and capex proposals.
• Streamline FP&A processes and reporting capabilities.
• Mentor junior finance team members.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting & forecasting

Excel VBA

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA/CFA

Tools

SAP BPC

Anaplan

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing regional retail group with significant operations in Queenstown, Eastern Cape , is seeking an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager. This strategic role will be responsible for leading the company's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis functions. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial modeling skills and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business insights. You will play a critical part in supporting strategic decision‑making and driving financial performance across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic business environment in the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic goals.
• Develop and maintain robust financial models for scenario planning and decision support.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key drivers of variance.
• Prepare management reports, board presentations, and ad‑hoc financial analyses.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic initiatives and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with department heads to understand business needs and provide financial guidance.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) across the business.
• Assist in evaluating potential investments and capital expenditure proposals.
• Streamline and improve FP&A processes and reporting capabilities.
• Mentor and develop junior members of the finance team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• A professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA, CFA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting roles.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, VBA, and dashboard creation.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial planning software (e.g., SAP BPC, Anaplan).
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Detail‑oriented with a commitment to delivering accurate and timely financial information.
• Experience in the retail sector is an advantage for this role in Queenstown .

Benefits

• Competitive salary package reflecting your expertise and contribution.
• Performance‑based bonus incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Exposure to strategic financial decision‑making within a growing enterprise.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in the Eastern Cape .
• Flexible working arrangements to support work‑life balance.