Remote Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager - Upington

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier salary package

Annual bonus

Equity participation

Remote-friendly benefits

Career growth opportunities

Advanced financial tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager for a fully remote role with strong links to Upington, Northern Cape. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling to drive growth while delivering executive-level insights and strategic guidance.

You will build robust financial plans, manage a remote team if applicable, and partner with leaders to optimize performance. A finance-driven, data-loving mindset is essential for success in a fast-moving international e-commerce

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• MBA, CPA, or CFA designation strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of FP&A experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.
• Advanced proficiency in FP&A software (Anaplan, Oracle EPM, Adaptive Insights) and Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities for a remote executive audience.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities remotely.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop and maintain rolling financial forecasts to predict future performance.
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis, identifying key drivers and actionable insights.
• Create comprehensive financial models to support strategic initiatives.
• Prepare executive-level financial reports, dashboards, and presentations.
• Collaborate with business leaders to understand financial needs and opportunities.
• Analyze KPIs and provide recommendations for performance improvement.
• Evaluate financial impact of new ventures, investments, and market opportunities.
• Continuously improve FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Mentor and develop junior FP&A team members.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA/CPA/CFA

Tools

Anaplan

Oracle EPM

Adaptive Insights

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding international e-commerce business, is seeking an experienced and strategic Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager for a fully remote position. This role will oversee financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analysis to support the company's aggressive growth objectives, with a strong connection to their operational interests in regions like Upington, Northern Cape. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with exceptional analytical skills, adept at building complex financial models and providing critical insights to executive leadership. You will drive financial discipline and strategic decision-making across the organization, working collaboratively with various departments to ensure alignment with financial goals. This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of a dynamic company from a remote location, offering unparalleled flexibility and impact. Our client fosters a high-performance culture that values innovation, data-driven decisions, and professional growth for its remote employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.


• Develop and maintain rolling financial forecasts to predict future performance.


• Conduct in-depth variance analysis, identifying key drivers and providing actionable insights.


• Create comprehensive financial models to support strategic initiatives and business decisions.


• Prepare executive-level financial reports, dashboards, and presentations.


• Collaborate with business leaders to understand financial needs and opportunities.


• Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide recommendations for performance improvement.


• Evaluate the financial impact of new business ventures, investments, and market opportunities.


• Continuously improve FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies.


• Mentor and develop junior members of the FP&A team (if applicable).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field.


• MBA, CPA, or CFA designation strongly preferred.


• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 3 years in a management role.


• Proven expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.


• Advanced proficiency in financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan, Oracle EPM, Adaptive Insights) and Excel.


• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.


• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.


• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, suitable for a remote executive audience.


• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Top-tier salary package commensurate with experience.


• Significant annual bonus and potential for equity participation.


• Comprehensive benefits package tailored for remote employees.


• Exceptional career growth opportunities within a fast-paced international company.


• Cutting-edge financial tools and technologies.


• Complete flexibility of a remote work environment.