Projects Finance Analyst

Khonology; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in South Africa is seeking a Financial Manager to assist with developing and managing project budgets. Key responsibilities include financial reporting, managing stakeholder relationships, and optimizing financial processes. Ideal candidates should have a BCom or equivalent, along with strong analytical and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in credit control/cost management and financial environment.
• Knowledge of project finance.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, tracking, management, and reporting on project budgets.
• Collaborate on budget planning and submissions.
• Manage reporting process for all projects.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Sound knowledge of project management

Strong finance and administration skills

Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office applications)

Advanced Excel

SAP/Synergy/Coupa experience

Education

BCom or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Purpose of the Position: To assist business with the development, tracking, management and reporting on projects budgets and cost

Delivery of Projects

• Collaborate with Project Managers & Technical Teams on budget planning and submissions for projects
• Lead the collection and analysis of financial data for planned projects.
• Coordinate and assist with project audits & governance
• Provide input in the preparation of presentations for management review and approval.
• Coordinate any ad hoc and planned special project work as required
• Identify and assess financial risks associated with project and develop risk mitigation strategies
• Manage the reporting process for all projects:
  • Monthly reporting to Finance
  • Monthly reporting to Group Tech leaders
  • Monthly reporting to business PMOs and Project Steercos

Stakeholder Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and act as a trusted advisor on project budgets and costs.
• Partner closely with functional leaders to guide and assist in the formulation of project budgets and costs.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, to maintain alignment on project budgets and costs as well as provide support project teams.

Process Optimisation and Efficiencies

• Provide stakeholders with relevant best practices and recommendations to optimize their budgets in serving the strategic business objectives.
• Put measures into place to proactively identify and address potential financial issues that may impact the successful delivery of key projects.

Financial Management

• Preparation for financial forecasts and Budgets during the financial year
• Tracking project budgets, resources and costs
• Identifying any cost savings opportunities
• Building models and charts/graphs to illustrate technical reports and present data as financial and operational/strategic information and the management of these Dashboards

Qualifications

• Must have a BCom or equivalent qualification

Experience / Skills

• Minimum 4 years' experience in a credit control/cost management and financial environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Knowledge of project finance
• Sound knowledge of project management
• Strong finance and administration skills
• Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office applications), advanced excel
• SAP/Synergy/Coupa experience would be advantageous

Competencies

• Must be a team player
• Passion for television production
• Must be able to work well under pressure
• Good problem-solving skills
• Positive attitude
• Good customer relationship and understanding
• Strong figure orientation
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Must be a self-starter
• Good communication skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Organised and methodical
• Excellent time management skills