Finance Business Partner (M / F) South Africa

Otis College of Art and Design; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global brand is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner in South Africa to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making. The candidate will collaborate with senior management, prepare financial reports, and manage a finance team. A Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting is required, along with proven experience in a multinational organization and strong analytical skills. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Growth opportunities in a multinational environment

Culture that encourages innovation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance business partnering role within a multinational organization.
• In-depth knowledge of local financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting practices.
• Experience dealing with Shared Service Center.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department heads to provide financial insights.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA)

Tools

Excel

JDE

Hyperion

Job description

Date Posted : 2025-10-13

Country : South Africa

Location : 17 Angus Crescent, Gauteng

At Otis, we move billions of people every day!

How? Through our talented Team of more than 72,000 employees, who are passionate about what we do and what’s next.

From our foundation of excellent products (escalators, elevators and moving walkways), to our next chapter of digital transformation, this is a great time to join our Company!

Role overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Business Partner to join our team in South Africa (scope will be South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Kenya). In this role, you will play a critical part in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and fostering strong partnerships across the business.

On a typical day you will

• Collaborate with department heads and senior management to provide financial insights and guidance that drive business performance.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making processes.
• Facilitate the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with various departments to ensure accuracy and alignment.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and recommend actions to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Support the development and implementation of financial strategies and initiatives aligned with overall business objectives.
• Supervise the accounting cycle and the monthly reporting, ensuring actual data is accurate to facilitate the decision-making process.
• Lead the preparation of financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local and international accounting standards.
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and other financial stakeholders.
• Lead and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.

What You Will Need to be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; a Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) is a plus.
• Proven experience in a finance business partnering role or similar position, within a multinational organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, such as Excel, JDE, Hyperion or similar systems.
• In-depth knowledge of local financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting practices in the region under the scope.
• Experience dealing with Shared Service Center.
• Fluency in English.

What can we offer you?

• The chance to work for an industry leading company and a global brand.
• A culture that encourages innovation and appreciates our talent is the key to our success.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Growth opportunities in a multinational environment.

Be a part of a global organization that will challenge you!

Apply today to join us and build what’s next!

If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.