Head of FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis)

Alistair James Company Ltd; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and service firm in Sandton seeks a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to drive financial performance and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s in Finance and 5+ years in corporate finance. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, and team leadership in a dynamic environment committed to excellence and growth.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Opportunity for impact in safety and quality

Commitment to excellence and innovation

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in corporate finance management or FP&A roles.
• Proven group reporting and consolidation experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Conduct variance analysis, KPI tracking, and risk assessments to drive performance improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

SAP

Job description

About Alistair Group
Alistair Group is one of East and Southern Africa’s fastest-growing logistics and service companies, driven by a bold vision — to Make Africa Work Better. We provide integrated, self-delivered solutions across freight forwarding, warehousing, commodity trading, energy support services, and equipment rental.

With operations spanning multiple countries and a fleet of over 1,000 trucks, we continue to expand rapidly across industries including mining, oil & gas, agriculture, construction, renewables, and explosives.

If you’re looking to join a dynamic, entrepreneurial team shaping Africa’s future — Alistair Group is the place to be.

About the Role

We are seeking a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead our finance function in Sandton. This strategic role will be pivotal in driving financial performance, enhancing reporting accuracy, and supporting strategic decision-making across the Group.

As the Head of FP&A, you’ll partner closely with department heads, directors, and the CEO/CFO to build robust financial models, lead the budgeting and forecasting process, and provide meaningful insights to guide our growth.

You will also mentor a small, high-performing team while ensuring the continuous improvement of financial systems and reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver financial insights and strategic support to business units.
• Conduct variance analysis, KPI tracking, and risk assessments to drive performance improvements.
• Enhance financial reporting accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency.
• Support the Head of Finance with board reporting, strategic planning, and ad-hoc analysis.
• Coach and develop a team of junior financial analysts.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in corporate finance management or FP&A roles.
• Proven group reporting and consolidation experience.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and SAP.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and internal controls.
• Experience managing and developing high-performing teams.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic, fast-growing company with operations across Africa.
• Opportunity to drive meaningful impact in safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Work with a team committed to excellence, growth, and innovation.

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