FMCG Finance Analyst: Forecasting, Insights & KPIs

Placements24

Stellenbosch

On-site

ZAR 420,000 - 660,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus
Medical aid and retirement benefits
CIMA/ACCA qualification support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an FMCG Financial Analyst to support operations in Paarl. You will deliver insightful financial analysis, support budgeting and forecasting, and translate data into actionable recommendations for business stakeholders.

The role requires a strong foundation in finance, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally to optimize financial performance and drive sustainable growth for the company.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
  • 3–5 years of FMCG financial analysis experience.
  • Strong financial accounting, modeling, and data analysis skills.
  • Proficiency in Excel and SAP/Oracle.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports with variance to budget and forecast.
  • Support budgeting and forecasting for departments and projects.
  • Develop financial models for business cases and strategic initiatives.
  • Monitor KPIs and provide insights on trends, risks, and opportunities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data for decisions.
  • Assist in preparing financial presentations for senior management.

Skills

Financial analysis
Financial modeling
Excel (advanced)
Data analysis
Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

SAP
Oracle

Job description

Placements24 seeks an FMCG Financial Analyst to support operations in Paarl. You will deliver insightful financial analysis, support budgeting and forecasting, and translate data into actionable recommendations for business stakeholders.

The role requires a strong foundation in finance, excellent analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally to optimize financial performance and drive sustainable growth for the company.

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