Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive salary

Annual bonus opportunities

Medical aid and retirement fund

Career advancement opportunities

Strategic role impacting direction

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager in East London to lead the FP&A function and drive the company’s financial strategy. You will manage a team of analysts, provide insights, and partner with senior leadership to ensure robust forecasting, budgeting, and reporting.

The role requires an MBA or equivalent, 7+ years in FP&A, and strong Excel/ERP skills. This is a full-time, on-site position with growth opportunities in a dynamic, expanding organization.

Qualifications

• MBA or Master’s in Finance, Accounting or Economics.
• CFA or CMA designation is a plus.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive FP&A experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing a finance team.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling techniques, and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee annual budgeting and develop rolling forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis and identify key drivers for performance.
• Develop and maintain financial models for strategic decisions and scenarios.
• Prepare financial reports and presentations for executive management and board.
• Lead and mentor the FP&A team to foster high performance.
• Partner with business units to understand financial needs and provide strategic support.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Strategic thinking

Education

MBA or MSc in Finance/Accounting/Economics

CFA or CMA designation (plus)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Financial modeling

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to lead their FP&A function in East London . This role is instrumental in driving financial strategy, providing critical insights into business performance, and ensuring robust forecasting and budgeting processes. You will manage a team of analysts, collaborate closely with senior leadership across departments, and play a key role in shaping the company's financial future. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned finance professional to lead impactful initiatives within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the annual budgeting process and develop rolling forecasts to support business objectives.
• Conduct variance analysis, identifying key drivers of performance and providing actionable recommendations.
• Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic decision-making and scenario planning.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for executive management and the board of directors.
• Lead and mentor the FP&A team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Partner with business units to understand their financial needs and provide strategic support.

Requirements

• MBA or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics; CFA or CMA designation is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, and management reporting.
• Proven leadership experience managing a finance team.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling techniques, and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.

Benefits

• Competitive executive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Full-time, on-site role offering direct team collaboration in East London .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A dynamic and strategic role impacting the financial direction of the company.