Financial Planning And Analysis (Fp&A) Specialist

Overview
Reference
Financial Planning a
Salary
ZAR/month
Job Location
- United States -- California -- Johannesburg
Job Type
Permanent
Posted
20 October 2023
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced FP&A Specialist to join their team. The FP&A Specialist will be responsible for providing senior management with accurate and timely financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Financial Planning, budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required, along with a keen attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain financial models to support the annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Upload of Business plan to ERP & Power BI.
• Prepare and analyse financial reports, including monthly/quarterly management reports, variance analysis reports, and ad hoc analysis, to present to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with department managers to consolidate and analyse departmental budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with overall company objectives.
• Monitor and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide insightful recommendations for improvement.
• Perform monthly/quarterly impairment testing for all units in Africa.
• Conduct financial analysis to evaluate and support new business initiatives, including pricing analysis, profitability analysis, and return on investment (ROI) calculations.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and Memorandums for executive meetings, board meetings, and presentation to the Region.
• Participate in the development and implementation of Financial Planning tools, systems, and processes to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
• Provide support to senior management in preparing presentations and materials for stakeholders.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in Financial Planning and Analysis to continuously improve the effectiveness of FP&A processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Accounting, Treasury, Marketing and Operations, to ensure alignment of financial plans with operational activities.
• Any Adhoc task related to financial modelling to support the Finance Director Africa in decision making.

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Proficient in financial modelling and forecasting techniques, with excellent Microsoft Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to present financial data in a clear and concise manner.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.
• Proactive and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with Financial Planning software or ERP systems, such as SAP & SUN
• Professional certifications, such as CFA/CIMA or CPA, are a plus.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis roles, preferably in a corporate environment.