Remote FP&A Manager: Strategic Financial Planning Leader

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health benefits

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic FP&A Manager to lead the FP&A function and influence financial strategy remotely. You will own forecasting, budgeting, performance analysis, and executive reporting, partnering with senior leaders to drive profitability and growth.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in FP&A, including management, and a strong track record in financial modeling, Excel, and FP&A software such as Anaplan or Hyperion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or professional certification (CPA, CFA) desirable.
• 7+ years of FP&A experience, with minimum 3 years in a management role.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and FP&A software (Anaplan, Hyperion).
• Strong understanding of financial statements, accounting principles, and business operations.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate effectively in a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting and long-term financial planning processes.
• Develop complex financial models to support forecasting and scenario analysis.
• Analyze financial performance against budget and forecast; identify drivers and trends.
• Prepare reports and presentations for executive management and the board.
• Partner with departments to understand financial needs and provide strategic guidance.
• Continuously improve FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication

Remote team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

MBA or CPA/CFA desirable

Tools

Excel

Anaplan

Hyperion

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic FP&A Manager to lead the FP&A function and influence financial strategy remotely. You will own forecasting, budgeting, performance analysis, and executive reporting, partnering with senior leaders to drive profitability and growth.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in FP&A, including management, and a strong track record in financial modeling, Excel, and FP&A software such as Anaplan or Hyperion.