Senior Financial Analyst (FP&A)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Remote-friendly

Home office allowance

Professional development

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly motivated Senior Financial Analyst specializing in FP&A to join our remote finance team. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis, building complex models and preparing management reports.

This remote-first role collaborates with operations, marketing, and leadership to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making, with opportunities for career advancement and exposure to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• MBA or CPA designation is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or corporate finance roles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling techniques.
• Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan, Hyperion, SAP BPC) and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and financial statement analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote work environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and deadlines.
• Experience in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support long-range planning, scenario analysis, and investment decisions.
• Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management, highlighting KPIs and variance analysis.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, profitability drivers, and opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Partner with business unit leaders to understand their financial needs and provide actionable insights and recommendations.
• Support Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) activities through financial due diligence and valuation analysis.
• Streamline and automate financial reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor key financial metrics and provide early warnings on potential risks or deviations from plan.
• Assist in the development and tracking of operational metrics linked to financial outcomes.
• Stay current with accounting standards and financial regulations to ensure compliance.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial Modeling

FP&A

GAAP/IFRS

Data Visualization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

MBA or CPA designation is a plus

Tools

Anaplan

Hyperion

SAP BPC

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and analytical Senior Financial Analyst specializing in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join their team. This is a fully remote role, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will play a critical role in driving financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. Your responsibilities will include developing complex financial models, preparing insightful management reports, and identifying key drivers of financial performance. This position requires a strong understanding of corporate finance, accounting principles, and advanced analytical techniques. You will collaborate closely with various departments, including operations, marketing, and executive leadership, to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making. As a remote-first employee, you will be empowered to manage your work effectively, leveraging collaborative technologies to stay connected and productive. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the financial trajectory of a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support long-range planning, scenario analysis, and investment decisions.
• Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs) and variance analysis.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, profitability drivers, and opportunities for cost savings and revenue enhancement.
• Partner with business unit leaders to understand their financial needs and provide actionable insights and recommendations.
• Support Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) activities through financial due diligence and valuation analysis.
• Streamline and automate financial reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor key financial metrics and provide early warnings on potential risks or deviations from plan.
• Assist in the development and tracking of operational metrics linked to financial outcomes.
• Stay current with accounting standards and financial regulations to ensure compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• MBA or CPA designation is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, FP&A, or corporate finance roles.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and financial modeling techniques.
• Experience with financial planning software (e.g., Anaplan, Hyperion, SAP BPC) and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and financial statement analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Superior communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote work environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and deadlines.
• Experience in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is beneficial.

Benefits

• highly competitive salary
• annual performance bonus
• comprehensive health insurance
• a retirement savings plan
• As a fully remote employee, you will enjoy maximum flexibility in your work location and schedule.
• We provide a generous allowance for home office setup and professional development opportunities, including relevant certifications and training.
• Our client fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, supported by virtual team-building activities and regular communication.
• This role provides significant exposure to executive leadership and opportunities for rapid career advancement within the finance function.