Business Controller: Strategic Commerce- Planning & Consolidation

The HEINEKEN Company; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de premier plan dans le secteur des boissons recherche un partenaire en contrôle d'affaires pour rejoindre son équipe. Le candidat idéal aura une expertise en modélisation financière, d'excellentes compétences analytiques et de communication, et sera responsable de l'analyse des performances financières et des prévisions. Ce rôle crucial soutiendra la prise de décisions stratégiques pour l'entreprise, tout en favorisant un environnement de performance et d'amélioration continue.

Qualifications

• Expertise en modélisation financière et Excel.
• Compréhension approfondie des états financiers et principes comptables.
• Capacité à travailler dans un environnement dynamique.

Responsibilities

• Coordonner les processus FP&A, y compris la planification et les délais.
• Développer des modèles financiers pour soutenir la planification commerciale.
• Analyser la performance financière et fournir des insights à la direction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Financial modelling

Communication skills

Business acumen

Job description

We Go Places! How about you?

Immediate Superior: Head of Sales & Marketing - Business Control

Location: Sandton

Function: Finance

Sub Function: Business Control

Type of Contract: Permanent

Reference Number: 140452

Closing Date: 18/07/2025

Purpose of the job:

• Business partner for the Commerce function with a cross-functional understanding of all other functions.
• Support for Business Control — consolidates and leads planning, analysis, budgets, and forecasting.
• Measure business performance through insightful analysis and visuals to facilitate stakeholder understanding.
• Challenge business results by raising risks and opportunities.
• Propose solutions and influence decision-making through financial excellence in sales and marketing, including cross-functional insights.
• Manage Business Analyst talent pool.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate FP&A processes and cycles, including planning, timelines, and requirements.
• Challenge team members and be accountable for the success of the Business Control team.
• Develop financial models to support business planning.
• Establish robust commercial finance processes, perform ad-hoc analyses, and develop business cases.
• Ensure reporting quality and efficiency to support management decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance, variances, and key drivers, providing insights to management.
• Embed financial and commerce planning cycles, ensuring accuracy and relevant insights.
• Oversee elements of the Commerce P&L and budgets, including consolidation and resource allocation.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and ensure compliance with financial rules and internal controls.
• Monitor and develop insights into commerce performance and spend efficiency.
• Identify risks and opportunities, engaging stakeholders for mitigation.
• Engage cross-functionally with business process owners to understand performance and challenge results.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to influence decision-making.
• Lead business performance reviews and develop business cases and analyses.
• Manage talent pool of Business Analysts to deliver on targets.
• Promote continuous improvement and a culture of financial discipline within the team.

Specific skills required:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with expertise in financial modelling and Excel.
• Deep understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
• Business acumen with proven commercial affinity.
• Experience with information systems and related tools.
• Influencing skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.

The company's employment equity plan and diversity targets will be considered during recruitment. We encourage applications from people with disabilities. Applicants must be eligible to work in South Africa.