Finance Business Partner (M/F) South Africa

Otis Worldwide Corporation; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A global leading company in South Africa is seeking a Finance Business Partner to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance, strong analytical skills, and experience in finance partnering within a multinational setting. This role involves collaborating with senior management, preparing financial reports, and leading the finance team. The company offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Growth opportunities in a multinational environment

Culture that encourages innovation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance business partnering role or similar position.
• In-depth knowledge of local financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting practices.
• Experience dealing with Shared Service Centre.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department heads to provide financial insights.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports and budgets.
• Facilitate budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Identify financial risks and recommend actions.
• Support development of financial strategies and initiatives.
• Supervise the accounting cycle and monthly reporting.
• Lead preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Manage relationships with auditors and financial stakeholders.
• Lead and develop the finance team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Financial software proficiency

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

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

Tools

Excel

JDE

Hyperion

Job description

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 Centre.
• 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 as the key to our success.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Growth opportunities in a multinational environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Otis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].