Finance Analyst

The Coca-Cola Company; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage manufacturer is looking for a Finance Analyst to join their South African Finance team. The candidate will be responsible for providing accurate financial analysis and reporting to support cost management and performance monitoring. Expectations include delivering consolidated cost review reports, managing the annual budgeting process, and leading compliance with governance standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in financial management, proficiency in Excel, and experience in the FMCG industry. This role is based in Pretoria, Gauteng, and reports to the Finance Business Partner: Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in financial management, preferably within the FMCG industry.
• Proven experience in cost and margin analysis, budgeting, and governance compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver weekly and monthly consolidated cost review reports.
• Lead quarterly self-assessments and track compliance.
• Manage the full budget lifecycle and consolidate submissions.
• Provide in-depth margin, pricing, and ROI analyses.
• Drive financial governance through training and policy updates.
• Serve as primary liaison for auditors.
• Supervise and develop direct reports.
• Manage quarterly stock counts and impairment reviews.

Skills

Cost and margin analysis

Budgeting and forecasting

Advanced proficiency in MS Excel

Governance, Risk, and Compliance Knowledge

Strategic Business Partnering

Strong critical thinking

Education

BCom (Hons) in Financial Management

CA(SA) or CIMA qualification

Tools

D365

Job description

Job title: Finance Analyst

Job Location: Gauteng, Pretoria

Deadline: January 07, 2026

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Job Description

• Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) presents an exciting opportunity for a Finance Analyst to join the South African Finance team at CCBA. The role will report to the Finance Business Partner: Supply Chain.
• CCBA is the 8th largest Coca-Cola authorised bottler in the world by revenue, and the largest on the continent. It accounts for over 40% of all Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold in Africa by volume. With over 14,000 employees in Africa, CCBA group services more than 800,000 customers with a host of international and local brands. CCBA group operates in 14 countries: South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi and the islands of Comoros and Mayotte.

Key Purpose

• Provide accurate financial analysis and reporting to support cost management, budgeting, and performance monitoring. Ensure compliance with governance standards, assist with audits, and contribute to process optimization and asset control while partnering with the business to enable informed decision‑making.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Ensure Accurate and Timely Cost Reporting

• Deliver weekly and monthly consolidated cost review reports, ensuring risks of overspend are flagged and addressed proactively.

Implement and Monitor RACM Framework Compliance

• Lead quarterly self‑assessments, track line manager compliance, and implement corrective action plans based on audit findings.

Coordinate Annual Budgeting and Forecasting Cycles

• Manage full budget lifecycle, consolidate submissions, and ensure alignment with strategic goals and business targets.

Deliver Strategic Margin and Performance Insights

• Provide in-depth margin, pricing, and ROI analyses to highlight opportunities for cost savings and top‑line growth.

Lead Governance Training and Policy Implementation

• Drive financial governance acumen across functions through training, policy updates, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Support Internal and External Audit Requirements

• Serve as primary liaison for auditors, ensuring timely provision of evidence and supporting documentation to validate controls and reporting.

Oversee Financial Planner and Team Outputs

• Supervise and develop direct reports, ensuring alignment with corporate finance goals and accurate execution of responsibilities.

Drive Stock and Asset Control Accuracy

• Manage quarterly stock counts, impairment reviews, and asset verifications to ensure correct reporting and financial accuracy.

Skills, Experience & Education

Qualifications

• BCom (Hons) in Financial Management or equivalent (required)
• CA(SA) or CIMA qualification (advantageous)

Experience

• 3–6 years’ experience in financial management, preferably within the FMCG industry

Proven experience in:

• Cost and margin analysis
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Governance and audit compliance
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and financial systems (D365 preferred)
• Experience in margin improvement or pricing strategies (advantageous)

Skills

• Expert ability to consolidate, interpret, and present complex financial data, especially for cost, margin, and income statement analysis.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Finance and advanced Excel (e.g., dashboards, pivot tables, financial modeling).
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance Knowledge (RACM / SOX)
• Ability to lead, supervise, and coach financial planning staff, fostering performance and professional development.
• Strategic Business Partnering and Communication
• Confidently engage with senior leaders, influence decision‑making, and present financial insights clearly.
• Budgeting and Forecasting Expertise
• Strong critical thinking for scenario planning, cost‑efficiency evaluations, and risk mitigation.
• Ability to design and implement templates, reporting tools, and workflow improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.

Deadline: 7th January, 2026