FP&A Business Analyst

Draslovka Holding as; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic analysis company in Stellenbosch, South Africa is seeking an FP&A Business Analyst to enhance strategic financial planning. The role involves preparing budgets, analyzing financial data, and providing insights to support investment decisions. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and have 3-5 years of relevant experience, along with advanced proficiency in Excel and BI tools. Join a culture of innovation where your skills can make an impact.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a similar position.
• Solid understanding of finance principles is required.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modelling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and consolidate annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Analyze variances between actuals and forecasts.
• Provide financial insights for strategic decisions.

Skills

Financial modelling

Excel proficiency

Business strategy understanding

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

BI tools

Job description

Kickstart Your Financial Career at Blue Cube Systems! Blue Cube Systems specializes in real‑time measurement solutions for the mining and mineral processing industries. Our advanced instruments provide continuous, on‑site analysis of material properties, enabling instant decision‑making to optimize efficiency and product quality. Find out more at our website: https://www.draslovka.com/bluecube.

About the Role

The FP&A Business Analyst will provide strategic financial planning and analytical support to management, enabling data‑driven decision‑making and long‑term business growth. This role is critical in driving financial insights, supporting investment decisions, and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.

Location

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Reports to

Financial Manager

• Prepare and consolidate annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial projections.
• Analyze variances between actuals and forecasts, providing explanations and corrective actions.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decisions.
• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analysis for business plans.
• Assist with information required for strategic reviews.
• Assist with economic analysis of investment opportunities.
• Assist with ROI, NPV, IRR calculations for projects and capital expenditures.
• Assist with Decision & Risk Analysis (DRA) for major initiatives.
• Track and report on key financial and operational KPIs.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports.
• Highlight trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop dashboards and visualization tools for financial data.
• Automate reporting processes to improve efficiency.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across systems.
• Ensure alignment of local reporting with group standards and timelines.
• Support Global FP&A team with information required for Global consolidation and group‑level analysis.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial data.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial policies.
• Support audit and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 3 - 5 Years in Similar position.
• Solid understanding of business strategy, management accounting, and finance principles.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, financial modelling and BI tools.

Optional but Awesome

• Qualified or enrolled in CIMA is advantageous.

Traits

• Conceptual and strategic thinking capacity.
• Initiative and ability to work independently while being a strong team>
• Influencing and communication skills to engage stakeholders across all levels.
• Results‑oriented with a focus on delivering high‑quality outputs.
• Visionary mindset with analytical and organizational thinking.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and perform under tight deadlines.
• Continuous Improvement mindset.
• Confidentiality & Integrity.

At Blue Cube Systems, you'll join a culture of innovation, learning, and global impact. If you're ready to make a difference and start a career where your skills will be valued and expanded, apply today!