Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced FP&A Manager for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning, delivering insights to executive teams and driving growth.

This role requires 5–7 years in FP&A, strong financial modeling, and proficiency with planning tools like Anaplan/Hyperion and advanced Excel, plus excellent communication and independence in a remote work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• MBA or professional certification (CPA, CFA, CMA) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive FP&A/finance experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in planning software (Anaplan, Hyperion) and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting processes.
• Develop robust financial models to support strategic planning and scenario analysis.
• Analyze performance against budget and forecast; identify key drivers.
• Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to senior management.
• Support business units with financial planning and performance management.
• Identify opportunities for revenue growth, cost optimization, profitability.

Skills

Forecasting

Budgeting

Financial modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independence in remote work

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

MBA or CPA/CFA/CMA

Tools

Anaplan

Hyperion

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding technology company, is seeking an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to spearhead their financial strategy. This role is fully remote, offering a fantastic opportunity for a skilled finance professional based anywhere in South Africa to make a significant impact. You will be instrumental in driving financial forecasting, budgeting, strategic planning, and performance analysis to support key business decisions and long-term growth initiatives. This position requires a proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented individual with a proven track record in financial modeling and a deep understanding of business drivers. As a remote leader, you will collaborate closely with executive teams and various departments, providing critical financial insights to guide the company's trajectory.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting activities.
• Develop robust financial models to support strategic planning, scenario analysis, and decision-making.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key drivers of variances and providing actionable insights.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management.
• Support business unit leaders in financial planning and performance management activities.
• Identify opportunities for revenue growth, cost optimization, and improved profitability.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to address specific business questions and opportunities.
• Enhance financial reporting processes and tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor industry trends and competitive landscapes to inform financial strategy.
• Collaborate with accounting and other departments to ensure alignment and data integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• An MBA or professional certification (CPA, CFA, CMA) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related role.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan, Hyperion) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information effectively.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
• Experience in the technology or SaaS industry is a significant plus.
• Understanding of key business drivers and financial metrics.
• High level of integrity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentive plan.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Fully remote work arrangement providing ultimate flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to influence strategic financial decisions in a fast-growing company.
• Allowance for home office setup and ongoing technological support.
• Collaborative virtual team environment with access to executive leadership.
• Exposure to cutting-edge financial planning tools and methodologies.