Financial Analyst

Stratlab Consulting (Pty) Ltd; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational pharmaceutical firm based in Midrand is seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to join their dynamic team. You will play a critical role in financial planning and analysis, driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis across various business units. The ideal candidate should have a CA(SA) or CIMA qualification, a minimum of 5 years of experience in a multinational environment, and advanced Excel skills. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with commercial teams and influence business decisions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-articles experience in a multinational environment (pharma or FMCG preferred).
• Strong business partnering with Commercial and Operational Finance teams.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership and deep analysis of brand P&Ls.
• Accurate and timely month-end reporting and variance analysis.
• Driving the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Advanced Excel

Financial Modelling

Inventory Management

Commercial Mindset

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Deadline Management

Education

CA(SA) or CIMA

Job description

Role Overview

Financial Analyst | Pharmaceutical Industry | Midrand

This is not a box-ticking finance role. We are working with a fast-growing multinational in the pharmaceutical space where finance is expected to think, challenge, partner and deliver. Short decision lines, a hands-on culture, and an environment where initiative is welcomed (and noticed).

If you enjoy turning complex numbers into commercial insight and want your work to influence real business decisions, this role will speak to you.

The role

Youll operate as a trusted FP&A partner to the business, advising on performance, driving planning cycles, and supporting strategic decision-making across multiple business units.

Key responsibilities include:

• Full ownership and deep analysis of brand P&Ls, including revenue, COGS, inventory write-offs, and marketing and selling expenses
• Accurate and timely month-end reporting and variance analysis against budget and forecast
• Driving the annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes end-to-end
• Accruals, provisions, transfer pricing and intercompany margin calculations
• Inventory provision analysis and risk communication with commercial teams
• Strong business partnering with Commercial and Operational Finance teams
• Audit support, HQ reporting, ad-hoc analysis, and senior-level presentations
• Maintenance and improvement of budgeting, reporting tools, and financial models

This is a role for someone who likes being close to the action and isnt allergic to accountability.

What we're looking for

• CA(SA) or CIMA (completed)
• Minimum 5 years post-articles experience in a multinational environment (pharma or FMCG preferred)
• Solid inventory management experience
• Advanced Excel and strong financial modelling capability
• Commercially minded, analytically strong, and detail-oriented
• Confident communicator who can partner, challenge, and influence
• Deadline-driven, organised, and able to manage competing priorities

Youll fit right in if you see beyond the numbers, ask the right questions, and enjoy working with smart people who expect finance to add value.

Location: Midrand

Industry: Pharmaceutical (multinational)

If youre ready for a role that will stretch you, evolve with you, and actually use your skillset properly, lets talk.