Experienced Financial Analyst required to join an organization with the purpose of improving their processes and procedures to optimize the business profits. This incumbent will be assisting the Group and Finance Manager to ensure targets are achieved. This position will give you the opportunity to take your career to the next level and grow your expertise within a challenging but highly rewarding environment.



Qualification:

Minimum CA (SA) – Articles from one of the big 4 Audit Firms



Skills & Experience:

Minimum 3 years’ Commercial experience

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Able to work independently as well as within a team environment

Deadline driven

Attention to Detail

Analytical

Produce Financial Management reports

Develop Financial Models

Analysis of Financial Models

Define key profit drivers

Ability to give effective recommendations

Self-starter

Training and Coaching skills



Job Description:

Management Reporting - monthly, quarterly and annual.

Analysis of Budgets and Forecasts.

Assist the Group Planning and Performance Manager with input into the annual budgeting and forecasting process.

Analysis on areas of risk and opportunities within the business.

Effective communication of financial performance throughout the business.

Continuously review strategic business initiatives to ensure that they meet the required profitability expectations.

Identify cost management opportunities (processes or expenses) for ensuring improved profitability and sustainable returns for the business.

Support business partners with their various ad hoc requests for required management reporting and analysis.

Play an effective role in the broader Finance team to ensure collaboration and communication between the functional areas.