Financial Planning and Analyst
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Job description
1. Monthly Report and Analysis
Assist in preparing comprehensive monthly results packs for executive management.
Analyse financial performance, identify trends and communicate insights to support decision-making.
Prepare reports and analyses for induction in quarterly group board reports.
Continuously seek opportunities to improve the overall reporting process.
2. Budgeting and Forecasting
Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process, collaborating with operational finance managers and department heads.
Assist in the preparation of monthly and weekly rolling forecasts and flash reports, including income statements and balance sheet items.
Help prepare monthly cashflow forecasts and monitor performance against forecasts.
3. Decision-Making support
Provide financial insights and analysis to support key business decisions and projects.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business drivers and provide proactive financial guidance.
4. ERP Platform and Data Optimisation
Assist in maintaining and optimising the ERP reporting and planning platform/model.
Ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of report generation.
Identify and support opportunities to improve the platform for enhanced efficiency and accuracy.
5. Financial Modelling
Develop and maintain financial models to support budget, forecasting and scenario analysis.
Evaluate the financial impact of business strategies and initiatives.
6. Process Improvement
Identify and recommend improvements to FP & A process, reporting, and analysis to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
Minimum requirements
Minimum 5 years’ experience in Finance, preferably in the manufacturing industry in a JSE listed company.
