Head Of Financial Planning

Edge Executive Search Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Johannesburg is seeking a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to evolve its finance function into strategic business partnering. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in FP&A and possess strong analytical, modeling, and presentation skills. This role involves leading financial planning, conducting thorough analyses, and partnering across business functions to drive margin performance in a fast-growing environment. Enthusiasm for innovation and customer service is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' FP&A or financial analysis experience.
• Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables.
• Experience in logistics, courier or high-volume operational environments an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and reporting functions.
• Analyse revenue, cost of sales, and profitability across customer, regional and product segments.
• Partner with operations and sales to improve margin performance.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Modelling skills

Presentation skills

Proficiency in BI and reporting tools

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (CA(SA) advantageous)

Job description

Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Location: Johannesburg
Type: Permanent – Executive Leadership

Build insight.
Drive growth.
Enable performance.

Shape the future of a dynamic logistics leader through data-driven decision-making.

About the Role

This newly created role marks a critical step in evolving the finance function beyond transactional excellence into strategic business partnering.

As Head of FP&A, you'll establish the frameworks, insights and processes that help leadership understand profitability, cost of sales, and operational performance — across staff and subcontractors.

Working closely with the CFO and executive team, you'll bring structure and insight to a fast-growing, entrepreneurial business environment.

The role suits a hands-on finance professional who is as comfortable building models as they are influencing strategic decisions.

Who the Client Is

This opportunity is with a leading national courier and logistics organisation experiencing strong year-on-year growth.

The company is known for its entrepreneurial energy, commitment to customer service, and continuous innovation across South Africa's distribution network.

What You'll Do

• Lead financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and reporting functions.
• Analyse revenue, cost of sales, and profitability across customer, regional and product segments.
• Partner with operations and sales to improve margin performance.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and executive-level reporting.
• Establish forecasting models and performance tracking processes.
• Drive the creation of a value-based financial culture within the business.
• Present insights and recommendations to executive and board stakeholders.

What You Bring

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (CA(SA) advantageous).
• Minimum 5 years' FP&A or financial analysis experience.
• Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables.
• Strong analytical, modelling and presentation skills.
• Experience in logistics, courier or high-volume operational environments an advantage.
• Proficiency in BI and reporting tools.

What Success Looks Like

• Reliable, accurate forecasting embedded in business routines.
• Clear visibility of profitability by product, customer and region.
• Finance seen as a trusted business partner supporting strategic growth.
• Sustainable margin improvement through actionable insights.
• A self-sufficient FP&A function driving value creation.