Finance Business Partner - FMCG

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Finance Business Partner based in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role partners with sales, marketing, and operations to translate financial data into actionable insights, shaping commercial strategy and profitable growth.

The ideal candidate holds a CA(SA) or equivalent, with 5+ years' FP&A or finance business partnering experience, preferably in FMCG. Strong analytical, modeling, and communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years' FP&A, management accounting or finance business partnering experience.
• FMCG industry experience is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, modeling and financial reporting abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as financial advisor to business unit leaders to drive performance and profitability.
• Develop and manage forecasts, budgets and long-range plans with relevant departments.
• Analyze performance, identify trends and report variances against budget/forecast.
• Prepare insightful reports and presentations for senior management.
• Support decision-making with financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Implement financial controls and ensure policy compliance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Evaluate financial viability of new initiatives and promotions with sales/marketing.
• Monitor KPIs and provide actionable business insights.
• Facilitate financial aspects of reviews and strategic planning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Business partnering

Problem solving

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent accounting qualification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent and well-established organization in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Finance Business Partner to support its commercial teams. This key role is based in Kimberley, Northern Cape, and involves partnering closely with sales, marketing, and operations functions to provide financial insights, drive performance, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a strong financial background, excellent analytical and communication skills, and a proactive approach to business partnering. You will be instrumental in translating financial data into actionable business intelligence, helping to shape commercial strategies and ensure profitable growth. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant contribution to the financial health and strategic direction of a leading FMCG company.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key financial advisor to business unit leaders, providing insights and recommendations to drive performance and profitability.
• Develop and manage financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Analyze financial performance, identify key trends, and articulate variances against budget and forecast.
• Prepare insightful financial reports and presentations for senior management.
• Support commercial decision-making through robust financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Drive the implementation of financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements across business operations.
• Partner with sales and marketing teams to evaluate the financial viability of new initiatives and promotional activities.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights for business improvement.
• Facilitate the financial aspects of business reviews and strategic planning processes.

Requirements

• A Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or equivalent professional accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA).
• A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), management accounting, or finance business partnering roles.
• Experience within the FMCG industry is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel and financial reporting tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Power BI).
• Proactive and results-oriented with a strong business acumen.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
• Located in or willing to relocate to Kimberley, Northern Cape.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous annual leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within finance.
• Exposure to diverse business functions within a leading FMCG company.
• A challenging and rewarding role in Kimberley.
• Supportive team environment.