Corporate Finance Manager

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Flexible remote work environment

Generous paid time off

International travel opportunities

Access to advanced financial tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Corporate Finance Manager to lead FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation in a remote-first environment. You will develop financial models, evaluate investments, and provide insights to senior leadership to drive profitable growth.

The role requires an MBA or equivalent, 6+ years in corporate finance, strong modeling skills, ERP experience (SAP/Oracle), and exceptional communication.

Qualifications

• MBA or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in corporate finance, investment banking, or financial analysis.
• Expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and FP&A.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills are essential.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead teams in a remote setting.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop complex financial models for strategic planning, scenario analysis, and decision support.
• Analyze financial performance, identify key drivers, and provide variance explanations.
• Evaluate the financial feasibility of new projects, investments, and potential acquisitions.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for executive management and the board of directors.
• Optimize capital structure and manage capital allocation strategies.
• Collaborate with business units to ensure alignment on financial targets and strategies.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor performance to identify opportunities and risks.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and financial regulations.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation techniques

FP&A

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Education

MBA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Our client, a rapidly growing multinational corporation, is seeking an experienced Corporate Finance Manager to lead their strategic financial initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will play a pivotal role in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting, forecasting, capital allocation, and M&A support. Your responsibilities will include developing financial models, evaluating investment opportunities, and providing critical insights to senior leadership to drive profitable growth. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in corporate finance, exceptional analytical and modeling skills, and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on a global scale, working within a dynamic, remote-first environment that values innovation and strategic thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop complex financial models for strategic planning, scenario analysis, and decision support.
• Analyze financial performance, identify key drivers, and provide variance explanations.
• Evaluate the financial feasibility of new projects, investments, and potential acquisitions.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for executive management and the board of directors.
• Optimize capital structure and manage capital allocation strategies.
• Collaborate with business units to ensure alignment on financial targets and strategies.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor performance to identify opportunities and risks.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and financial regulations.

Requirements

• MBA, Master's degree in Finance, or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in corporate finance, investment banking, or financial analysis.
• Expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and FP&A.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills are essential.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead teams in a remote setting.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Flexible remote work environment and flexible working hours.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for international travel and professional development.
• Access to advanced financial tools and technologies.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team culture.