FP&A Analyst

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global research and advisory firm in Cape Town is seeking an FP&A Analyst to help launch their finance career. This role provides hands-on experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting within a supportive team. Ideal candidates will be newly qualified accountants with proficiency in financial analysis and tools like Power BI. An opportunity for career growth to Senior Analyst exists within a dynamic organization. Flexible working arrangements include hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in FP&A or financial roles.
• Newly qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CA(SA), CPA or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of financial statements and Excel modelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the group.
• Support board pack preparation and management reporting.
• Maintain and manage Power BI dashboards for business insights.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Communication

Excel modelling

Power BI

Education

ACCA, CIMA, CA(SA), CPA or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Job description

FP&A Analyst

Kickstart Your FP&A Career in a Global, Multi-Currency Business Growth Opportunity as a Senior Analyst

Cape Town | Hybrid (3 days office, 2 days remote) | R45000 - R55000 p/m | UK Hours

About Our Client

Our client is a global research and advisory business operating across 14 countries in the UK, Europe, and APAC. They specialize in providing data-driven insights that support public policy and social programs, partnering with government departments, NGOs, and public bodies. With a people-first culture and strong values of innovation, collaboration, and impact, they offer a supportive and purpose-led work environment.

The Role: FP&A Analyst

This is a high-impact opportunity for a newly qualified accountant to launch their FP&A career within a globally integrated finance function. As FP&A Analyst, you'll gain hands‑on exposure to multi-currency reporting, contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes, and collaborate directly with business leaders. The role has a clear progression path to Senior FP&A Analyst within 12‑18 months, offering long-term career growth and learning in a dynamic, mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities

• 1‑3 years of experience in finance or FP&A functions required
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the group
• Support board pack preparation and management reporting
• Maintain and manage Power BI dashboards for business insights
• Develop financial models across P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet
• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to support strategic decisions
• Identify and implement reporting process improvements and automation
• Partner with non-finance and commercial teams to explain financials and influence decisions

About You

• 1‑3 years of experience in FP&A or financial roles
• Newly qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CA(SA), CPA or equivalent)
• Proficient in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Strong knowledge of financial statements and Excel modelling
• Experience using Power BI or other BI tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication, able to present to senior leadership
• Confident working with international businesses and stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with a drive for automation and process improvement
• Based in Cape Town, available on short notice, and comfortable working UK hours (no accent requirement)