Financial Analyst - 4 Month contract

Communicate Ct; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment firm in Cape Town is seeking an interim CFO or senior executive for a 4-month role. The position focuses on strategic finance responsibilities including reporting cycles, financial analysis, and system enhancements. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in a finance role and expertise in FP&A. This role offers a high-impact opportunity without long-term commitment.

Qualifications

• More than 10 years of experience in finance role.
• FP&A experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of the Groups reporting cycles.
• Consolidate financial data across multiple regions and entities.
• Prepare and maintain board reports and presentation templates.
• Conduct detailed revenue and P&L analysis.
• Partner with finance systems teams.

Skills

Cognos

Forecasting

Hyperion

Microsoft Access

Pivot tables

Accounting

Analysis Skills

Microsoft Excel

Financial Analysis

Financial Modeling

Budgeting

Financial Planning

Job description

Overview

Are you a CFO or senior executive looking for your next exciting opportunity Why not take on a high-impact role for just 4 months This interim senior position is the perfect way to stay engaged at a strategic level while you consider your next long-term move especially knowing that JSE-listed companies can take months to finalise executive appointments. Step into a role that keeps you challenged and connected without the long-term commitment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of the Groups reporting cycles including monthly management accounts budgets forecasts and long-term plans
• Consolidate financial data across multiple regions and entities ensuring accuracy and timely submission
• Prepare and maintain board reports business review packs and presentation templates
• Conduct detailed revenue headcount and P&L analysis across agencies clients and specialisms
• Partner with finance systems teams to enhance reporting capabilities within ERP and forecasting tools (e.g. NetSuite and Adaptive Insights)
• Support Group Treasury with integrated cash flow forecasting and management reporting
• Maintain and improve reporting structures hierarchies and planning system integrity
• Provide commercial support including pipeline analysis and assistance with RFPs and FQs

Skills & Experience

• More than 10 years of experience in finance role.
• FP&A experience

Qualification

Whatever you got!

Key Skills

• Cognos, Forecasting, Hyperion, Microsoft Access, Pivot tables, Accounting, Analysis Skills, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Financial Planning

Required Experience

IC

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1