Financial Analyst

Network Recruitment; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Recruitment is helping a leading FMCG business on the East Rand find a commercially minded Financial Analyst to join its finance team. You will deliver meaningful financial insights, develop reporting tools and support strategic decision making that drives growth and operational performance.

Work closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders while leveraging analytics, technology and commercial finance to influence outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have a BCom in Accounting or a related field.
• CIMA qualification or pursuing CIMA will be advantageous.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in FMCG/retail/consumer goods.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operational and commercial teams for informed decision making.
• Perform financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Analyse profitability and margins to drive improvements.
• Prepare performance reports and track KPIs for leadership.
• Develop and enhance Power BI dashboards for insights.

Skills

Business partnering

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Profitability analysis

Margin analysis

Performance reporting

KPI tracking

Education

BCom Accounting

CIMA qualification or studying towards CIMA

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Not all heroes wear capes. Some build dashboards, uncover trends, and help businesses make smarter decisions.

A leading FMCG business on the East Rand is looking for a commercially minded Financial Analyst to join its finance team. Working closely with key stakeholders and senior leadership, you'll deliver meaningful financial insights, develop reporting tools, and support strategic decision-making that drives growth and operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys blending analytics, technology, and commercial finance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business partnering with operational and commercial teams


• Financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting


• Profitability and margin analysis


• Performance reporting and KPI tracking


• Development and enhancement of Power BI dashboards

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• BCom Accounting


• CIMA qualified or studying towards CIMA


• 3-5 years experience


• Experience within the FMCG, Retail, or Consumer Goods sector