Senior Financial Analyst: Strategic Cost & Profitability

MyCareerCraft; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

MyCareerCraft is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to drive financial planning, performance analysis, and cost control across the business. You will collaborate with management, sales, and operations to provide actionable insights and support profitability improvements.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in finance, with CIMA or equivalent, and strong Excel/ERP skills. The role focuses on budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting in a dynamic SA environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/management accounting required.
• CIMA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 7+ years of experience in finance or management accounting.
• Proficient in Excel and financial modelling.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyse financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Monitor expenses, revenue, and profit margins.
• Analyse sales performance, pricing, and product profitability.
• Provide insights on cost control and business performance.
• Support business cases and financial modelling for new projects.
• Track logistics and distribution costs.
• Prepare management reports and financial dashboards.
• Ensure accurate financial data and compliance with financial policies.
• Work with different departments to support financial planning and decision-making.

Skills

Financial modelling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management Accounting

CIMA

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

MyCareerCraft is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to drive financial planning, performance analysis, and cost control across the business. You will collaborate with management, sales, and operations to provide actionable insights and support profitability improvements.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in finance, with CIMA or equivalent, and strong Excel/ERP skills. The role focuses on budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting in a dynamic SA environment.