Finance Business Partner

Edge Executive Search Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Finance Business Partner located in Umhlanga. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years' experience and will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. They will engage with stakeholders to drive performance improvements and cost efficiencies. Strong Excel skills and a relevant accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) are essential for success in this high-impact role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a Finance Business Partnering or similar role.
• Operational finance experience in a fast-paced setting.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Own budgeting, forecasting, and monthly management accounts.
• Analyse variances and highlight financial risks and opportunities.
• Engage and challenge stakeholders across the business.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving abilities

Education

CIMA, ACCA, or ACA

Job description

Finance Business Partner

Location : Umhlanga

Type : Permanent | Mid-Senior Level

Finance that fuels growth. Strategy that drives performance.

This is a fast-paced, high-impact role for a commercially minded finance professional. If you love numbers, thrive on stakeholder engagement, and want to be part of a business that truly invests in people — this one’s for you.

About the Role

You’ll lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for key support departments — playing a vital role in driving performance and identifying cost efficiencies. This is a hands-on finance role at the heart of operational strategy.

What You’ll Do

Own budgeting, forecasting, and monthly management accounts

Analyse variances and highlight financial risks and opportunities

Engage and challenge stakeholders across the business

Support department heads with key financial information and insights

Maintain oversight of procurement, fixed costs, and contracts

Drive finance process improvement projects

Work closely with cross-functional teams in a dynamic, high-performance environment

What You Bring

5+ years' experience in a Finance Business Partnering or similar role

Completed or studying towards CIMA, ACCA, or ACA

Strong Excel skills and analytical thinking

Operational finance experience in a fast-paced setting

Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving abilities

High attention to detail and accuracy

What Success Looks Like

Clear, actionable insights that enable strategic decisions

Accurate and timely financial reporting

Strong, trust-based relationships with department heads

A finance function that drives measurable value across the business