Senior FP&A Analyst

C40 Cities; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is seeking a Senior FP&A Analyst in Sandton. This role involves developing financial models, providing insights to executives, and supporting strategic financial decisions. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capabilities, and relevant certifications. This is a full-time, on-site position aimed at mid-management level professionals looking to enhance their careers.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, or Investment Banking.
• Proven expertise in advanced Excel modelling.

Responsibilities

• Develop, refine, and maintain 3-statement models.
• Translate complex financial data into clear business insights.
• Support capital planning and financial due diligence.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Commercial Acumen

Communication

Education

Postgraduate diploma in Finance

FMVA certification

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Our client based in Johannesburg is seeking a sharp, analytical, and ambitious Senior FP&A Analyst to join their high-performing team in Johannesburg. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical modelling capabilities, a commercial mindset, and the adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

As a Senior FP&A Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of the organisation. Your expertise in financial modelling will be instrumental in developing robust forecasting models that inform strategic decisions. You will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, providing them with clear business insights derived from complex financial data. Your contributions will extend beyond traditional FP&A responsibilities as you support capital planning, investment appraisals, and financial due diligence.

What you'll do:

• Partner directly with executives to build and iterate on the company’s long-term financial and strategic plans.
• Develop, refine, and maintain 3-statement models (short-, medium-, and long-term).
• Conduct scenario analysis and recommend changes to forecasts and budgets.
• Oversee forecasting, reporting, and variance analysis across business units.
• Translate complex financial data into clear business insights and recommendations.
• Support capital planning, investment appraisals, and financial due diligence.
• Drive process automation and performance reporting using Excel and Power BI.
• Contribute to board reporting, investor decks, and business case modelling.

What you bring:

• FMVA certification
• Postgraduate diploma in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in FP&A, Corporate Finance, or Investment Banking
• Proven expertise in advanced Excel modelling
• Knowledge including Power Query, Power Pivot, and DAX
• Familiarity with Data Analytics, SQL, Power BI, and data visualisation tools is a plus
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to think both analytically and strategically
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills

What's next:

Ready to take your career to new heights? Apply today!

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Financial Planning & Analysis

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Sandton

FULL_TIME

Job Reference: 0P0S2Y-DAA1F91E

Date posted: 12 May 2025

Consultant: Megan Venter

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