Financial Planning & Analysis Manager (Remote)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote salary & bonus structure

Work from anywhere in South Africa

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off & holidays

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished FP&A Manager to lead a remote FP&A function for a growth-focused technology firm. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning, building sophisticated models and providing strategic insights to executives from anywhere in South Africa.

The role requires 7+ years in FP&A, strong modeling, and experience with modern planning tools. You will collaborate with multiple departments, manage a remote team, and influence key financial decisions

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in FP&A with emphasis on forecasting and modeling.
• MBA or professional finance qualification preferred.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and scenario analysis.
• Strong software skills: Anaplan/Adaptive Insights/Cognos and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop and maintain advanced financial models for scenario planning.
• Analyze performance vs. budget and forecast; identify trends and drivers.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management.
• Collaborate with business units to understand financial needs and provide strategic support.
• Improve FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies for efficiency.
• Monitor key financial and operational metrics; identify risks and opportunities.
• Support M&A due diligence and integration activities.
• Mentor junior finance team members in a remote setting.
• Ensure data integrity for planning and analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Forecasting

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics

MBA or CFA/CPA/CMA

Tools

Anaplan

Adaptive Insights

Cognos

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing technology firm with a global reach, is looking for an accomplished Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager to lead their remote FP&A function. This pivotal role involves driving the financial planning cycle, developing sophisticated financial models, and providing strategic insights to support executive decision-making. You will be instrumental in budgeting, forecasting, long-term strategic planning, and performance analysis, working collaboratively with various departments across different locations. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, highly analytical, and adept at leveraging technology to streamline FP&A processes, excelling in an independent, remote work environment. This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of an innovative company from anywhere in South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic goals.
• Develop and maintain advanced financial models for scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and long-term strategic planning.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast, identifying key trends and drivers, and providing actionable insights.
• Prepare comprehensive financial reports, presentations, and dashboards for senior management and the board.
• Collaborate closely with business unit leaders to understand their financial needs and provide strategic support.
• Drive improvements in FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and analytical capabilities.
• Monitor key financial and operational metrics, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Support M&A activities by providing financial due diligence and integration support.
• Mentor and guide junior members of the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance in a remote setting.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data used for planning and analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• MBA or professional finance qualification (e.g., CFA, CPA, CMA) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with a strong emphasis on forecasting and modeling.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and scenario analysis.
• Proficiency in financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan, Adaptive Insights, Cognos) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, particularly for remote interactions.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet demanding deadlines in a remote environment.
• Experience in the technology sector is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and bonus structure.
• Flexible work schedule and the ability to work from any location in South Africa .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and a fast-paced environment.
• Professional development budget for courses and conferences.
• Significant impact on the strategic direction of a growing tech company.