Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior FP&A Manager for Mossel Bay to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. You will build detailed models, explain variances to senior leadership, and deliver monthly reports and dashboards to guide strategic decisions.

The role requires 6+ years in FP&A or corporate finance, strong Excel and planning-software experience (SAP BPC, Oracle Hyperion, Anaplan), and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CA(SA), CFA, CMA) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a similar role.
• Strong financial modeling skills, including proficiency in Excel and experience with financial planning software (e.g., SAP BPC, Oracle Hyperion, Anaplan).
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in the banking & finance industry is a significant plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop and maintain detailed financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide explanations and insights to management.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive leadership.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support business initiatives and investment opportunities.
• Monitor KPIs and provide insights into business performance.
• Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure accuracy of financial data and reporting.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains within the finance function.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Master's degree or professional certification (CA(SA), CFA, CMA) advantageous

Tools

SAP BPC

Oracle Hyperion

Anaplan

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and expanding financial services company, is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager. This key role, based in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, will be responsible for leading the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis functions for the organization. The FP&A Manager will work closely with senior management and various department heads to provide financial insights, drive performance improvements, and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of financial modeling, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Develop and maintain detailed financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Analyze financial results, identify variances, and provide explanations and insights to management.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive leadership.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support business initiatives and investment opportunities.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights into business performance.
• Collaborate with accounting teams to ensure accuracy of financial data and reporting.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains within the finance function.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field. A Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CA(SA), CFA, CMA) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a similar role.
• Strong financial modeling skills, including proficiency in Excel and experience with financial planning software (e.g., SAP BPC, Oracle Hyperion, Anaplan).
• Excellent understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in the banking & finance industry is a significant plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, attractive performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits program including medical aid and retirement planning. This role is located in scenic Mossel Bay, Western Cape, offering a unique work environment. The position requires consistent in-office presence to foster collaboration and team synergy. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing organization are abundant. Join a team committed to financial excellence and strategic growth.