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JOB TITLE:

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The main purpose of the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Analyst job is to support the organization's financial planning, decision-making processes, and operational efficiency by providing accurate financial analysis, insights, and forecasts. This pivotal role involves collaborating with various departments to understand business needs, collecting, and analysing financial data, developing budget models, preparing financial reports, and assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts and cash flow forecasting. These activities are essential for guiding the company's financial strategy, ensuring optimal allocation of financial resources, meeting financial goals, enhancing profitability, and maintaining liquidity.

Key responsibilities include analysing current and past financial performance to forecast future performance, identifying financial trends, and providing actionable recommendations to improve financial health. The FP&A Analyst also plays a critical role in monthly financial closing processes, contributing to the accuracy and timeliness of management accounts that reflect the company's financial status. Additionally, by developing and refining cash flow forecasting models, the analyst helps ensure that the organization can effectively plan for future funding requirements, manage liquidity risks, and capitalize on growth opportunities.

In supporting executive management's decision-making, the FP&A Analyst offers data-driven insights into the company's financial performance and strategic direction, making them an invaluable asset in achieving long-term financial stability and success.

DESCRIPTION OF FIELD OF DUTY (KPA’s):

• Financial Data Analysis and Reporting : Accurately analyse financial data and prepare comprehensive financial reports, including monthly management accounts, to support strategic decision-making and ensure financial transparency.
• Financial Modelling and Forecasting : Develop and refine financial models for budgeting, forecasting future performance, and cash flow forecasting. Provide actionable insights to guide the company's financial planning and resource allocation.
• Monthly Management Accounts and Cash Flow Forecasting : Assist in the timely preparation of monthly management accounts and develop accurate cash flow forecasts to manage liquidity effectively and plan for future financial needs.
• Financial Risk Management : Identify financial risks and opportunities through detailed financial analysis. Implement strategies to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities to enhance financial performance and stability.
• Technology – Financial Systems Implementations and Enhancements : Lead and support the implementation and enhancement of financial systems and technologies to improve financial data collection, analysis, and reporting capabilities.
• Performance Measurement and Improvement : Continuously measure financial performance against set objectives and KPIs. Recommend and implement improvements to financial processes and strategies to drive efficiency, profitability, and growth.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Degree or B.Degree (Hons) in Accounting / Financial Management

CA (SA), CIMA or similar profession membership will be advantageous.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

3-5 years’ experience in a similar or related field

• Lead regional budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
• Deliver strategic insights through advanced reporting, analytics, and financial modelling.
• Drive performance management frameworks and KPIs across multiple sites.
• Oversee and influence operational spend , driving cost optimization and efficiency.
• Provide financial feasibility, ROI, and scenario analysis for strategic investments and projects.
• Partner with senior leadership to embed financial strategy across the value chain.
• Champion process improvement, automation, and systems optimisation (SAP, HFM, TM1, Power BI).
• Benchmark performance against peers and identify opportunities for operational excellence.

• CA(SA) accreditation is essential.
• 10+ years progressive finance leadership (5+ in mining operational finance).
• Strong track record in financial strategy, cost management, and analytics.
• Expertise in SAP, HFM, TM1, Power BI.
• Proven leadership across complex, multi-site environments.

Finance Manager -- Financial Planning & Analysis

Iress Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Manager: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to join our senior leadership team. This role is responsible for driving financial planning, analysis, and management across the business, ensuring robust decision-making and sustainable growth. Success in this role means delivering accurate financial insights, building strong collaborative relationships with business leaders, and embedding financial stewardship into day-to-day operations.

The ideal candidate will bring proven senior leadership experience, strong FP&A expertise, and the ability to lead and inspire a team. They will combine deep technical knowledge with excellent stakeholder management skills, shaping financial strategies that align with organisational goals and enable business agility.

• Lead financial planning and analysis processes to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Develop, maintain, and oversee cost models for services, projects, and components to meet strategic objectives.
• Define and implement charging models for service provision and consumption-based costs (e.g., cloud services).
• Analyse and forecast revenue streams, ensuring accurate visibility of top-line performance across products, services, and geographies.
• Identify opportunities for revenue growth and margin improvement through pricing strategies, product mix optimisation, and commercial insights.
• Partner with sales, product, and commercial teams to align financial planning with revenue-generating activities and market opportunities.
• Develop revenue reporting dashboards and models that enable proactive monitoring of pipeline, conversion, and retention metrics.
• Provide strategic input on go-to-market initiatives, pricing structures, and customer profitability analysis.
• Align budgeting, forecasting, and accounting practices with organisational objectives.
• Prepare and present insightful financial analysis, reports, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Incorporate scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and risk assessment into budgets and forecasts.
• Provide proactive financial risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor business unit financial performance against KPIs, offering insights and recommendations.
• Drive adoption of financial practices that support iterative and agile ways of working.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across functions to support cost management, optimisation, and decision-making.

• Recruit, interview, and select suitable candidates for open positions.
• Onboard and integrate new team members effectively.
• Manage the performance and development of team members.
• Set, track, and monitor KPIs for the team.
• Provide continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Build an engaged, motivated, and high-performing team culture.

• Chief Financial Officer and Finance Leadership Team
• Executive Leadership Team and Business Unit Heads
• Product, Technology, and Operational Leaders
• Legal, Risk, and Compliance Teams
• External Auditors and Regulatory Bodies

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (required).
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA, or CPA (preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in Finance, Finance Planning and Analysis
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in FP&A leadership roles within complex organisations

• Manage financial resources responsibly, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Design and oversee cost and charging models that balance cost recovery with sustainable revenue growth.
• Anticipate and mitigate financial risks while enabling agile and adaptive practices that support commercial performance.

• Analyse and forecast revenue streams across products, services, and geographies, providing clarity on pipeline, retention, and growth.
• Partner with commercial, sales, and product teams to align financial planning with revenue-generating activities and market opportunities.
• Support pricing, margin, and product-mix decisions through robust analysis and commercial modelling.
• Develop and maintain revenue dashboards and KPIs to monitor performance and inform strategic actions.

• Lead the design and delivery of budgets and forecasts that integrate both revenue and cost perspectives.
• Apply scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to test assumptions on sales, pricing, and market demand.
• Ensure forecasting processes incorporate leading indicators of revenue performance, not just cost trends.

• Oversee BI and financial analysis activities, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility.
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights through effective dashboards, reports, and presentations.
• Apply knowledge of BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, or similar) to support decision-making and performance tracking.
• Champion data-driven storytelling, ensuring insights are communicated in a way that influences senior stakeholders.

• Coach and develop team members, including financial and BI analysts, to build strong analytical and commercial capabilities.
• Communicate financial insights clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders, translating analysis into business impact.

At Iress, we believe technology should help people perform better every day. Since our beginning in 1993, people across financial services have trusted us to take their performance to the next level. From the world’s most established financial brands to new and disruptive players, we help improve every aspect of our clients’ businesses so that they can work better, every day. Iress is one of Australia’s largest technology companies and employs more than 1200 people across Asia Pacific, North America, Africa and UK & Europe.

Our employee benefits are some of the best in the industry, supporting our people at every life stage. It means we work smarter, happier, and healthier with long weekends, flexible ways of working, generous parental leave, opportunities to participate in our local community initiatives and a connected team culture.

Iress is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture. We strongly believe that diversity is what makes our teams and our products succeed. Our people have different experiences, skills, perspectives and beliefs and everyone’s uniqueness is valued and celebrated. Even if you feel you don’t meet all of the requirements of the role, we would still like to hear from you!

Employment Type Employee

Time Type Full time

Are you a Financial Planning and Analysis wizard? Does your current position include duties such as providing reports, controls, analysis, and recommendations? Do you have a solid track record of financial and managerial experience? Look no further as this is the career-changing opportunity for which you have been waiting!

Qualification and Experience:

• CA(SA)
• Completed CIMA or MBA
• 8 to 10 years finance experience
• Minimum of 5 years managerial experience
• Logistics / FMCG / Manufacturing industry exposure
• Advanced Excel
• Sound ERP System knowledge

Job Description (Responsibilities):

• Month end reporting
• Cost analysis
• VAT and Tax knowledge
• Consolidations
• Budgeting
• Forecasting

If you possess the relevant qualifications, meet the minimum requirements and/or fit the job description for this finance vacancy, and are ready to take control of your next career move, please contact me today!

R 1 600 000 - R 1 800 000 - Annually

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Financial Planning and Analysis Lead

Recruiter:

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Job Ref:

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Date posted:

Friday, June 27, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:



SUMMARY:

Join a global leader in the energy and gas sector , recognised for delivering innovative and sustainable energy solutions across continents. Our organization powers economies, industries, and communities with an unwavering commitment to excellence, operational integrity, and future-forward thinking.

POSITION INFO:

As part of our strategic growth and financial transformation agenda, we are seeking a commercially astute Financial Planning and Analysis Lead to join our high-performing finance team based in Johannesburg North .

Role Overview:

As the FP&A Lead , you will play a pivotal role in driving the financial strategy and operational performance of the business. This position demands a seasoned finance professional with a strong analytical mindset, commercial awareness, and exceptional leadership capabilities.

You will oversee reporting, forecasting, planning, and budgeting processes, while engaging with senior stakeholders to support key business decisions across our Southern Africa and global operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting & Analysis:
• Deliver comprehensive financial reports and performance analyses to support executive and operational decision-making.
• Lead monthly and quarterly reporting cycles, with detailed variance analysis and business insights.
• Design and implement dashboards and KPIs to track financial and operational performance.
• Continuously improve data integrity and reporting processes across finance systems.
• Operational Planning & Multi-Year Forecasting:
• Lead the operational planning cycle, integrating strategic objectives with financial forecasting.
• Develop dynamic financial models to support 3-to-5-year planning horizons.
• Collaborate with commercial and operational teams to reflect market and industry shifts in forecasts.
• Present long-range planning outcomes to senior leadership with clear strategic implications.
• Annual Budgeting:
• Drive the annual budgeting process across departments and business units.
• Facilitate budget planning sessions with regional and functional leaders.
• Prepare consolidated budgets and provide detailed commentary on key assumptions, risks, and opportunities.
• Ensure the alignment of budgets with strategic priorities and financial targets.
• Collaboration & Commercial Partnership:
• Serve as a strategic business partner to leadership teams across operations, commercial, and project delivery.
• Provide financial support for investment decisions, contract negotiations, and commercial tenders.
• Champion financial discipline and accountability across the organisation.
• Influence stakeholders with clear, data-driven recommendations.
  

• 7+ years’ experience in a financial planning and analysis or commercial finance role, ideally within energy, utilities, infrastructure, or related industries.
• Strong experience working in commercial environments with cross-functional exposure.
• Qualified ACMA / CGMA (or equivalent professional accounting designation).
• Proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting tools, and reporting platforms (e.g., SAP, Power BI, and Excel).
• Exceptional communication skills – Confident in presenting complex data to executive stakeholders.
• Strong sense of leadership, ownership, and accountability, and able to drive outcomes and influence at all levels.
• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, Agile, and matrixed organization.
  
  
  
  

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• Employment type Full-time

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