24 Cost Analysis jobs in South Africa
Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst
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Designation & Role: Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Work Mode: Hybrid (first 3 months in office)
Shift: US Day Shift (SA Evening Shift 14:00 to 22:00/ 12:00 – 20:00 PM, unless required by the Management to change)
Job Overview
The role of a Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst is to ensure service delivery in accordance with the defined SLAs/KPIs. Ensure to deliver performance that meets or exceeds the Service Level Agreement in terms of quality and efficiency; assist the FP&A Leader on resolving issues; generates ideas for and participates in process improvement opportunities.
The Analyst will be responsible for timely completion of activities as part of the FP&A/Reporting function, which would include business unit, country, region and global financial reporting; managing financial planning process for forecasts and budgets; period-end close & reporting; ensuring accuracy and speed of financial reporting; help setting up actionable financial reporting for Business leaders.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for Budgeting, Reforecasts, Financial Commitment Process
- Manage change to deliver on stricter Timelines and being Accurate under Pressure
- Supports profit improvement activities driving significant gains
- Excels in analysing profitability data and uncovering actionable insights
- Work with FP&A Leaders & other Finance Teams to implement strategies to present actionable financial information to business leaders
- Implement best practices in the FP&A/Reporting function, documenting policies and procedures for the process
- Cost savings to FP&A/Reporting processes directly under purview
- Working with a strong team of analysts within the Verticals and FP&A function, including being involved in any Ad-hoc requests.
Required skills and experience:
- 3+ years of experience in Finance/ Workforce Management, preferably in the BPO industry. Out of which 1-2 years of experience in FP&A, WFM, or Financial Management reporting.
- Any Bachelor’s Degree accepted (Commerce preferred though)
- Good Analytical and Quantitative skills
- Good financial/data modelling skills, along with understanding of Commercials
- Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to perform in pressure situations
- Proficient in MS Excel and knowledge of Financial & Data Visual packages
- Ability to effectively interact with and present ideas to people across different functions.
- Chair calls, ensure actions are documented and objectives completed
Corporate Business Partner Financial Planning & Analysis
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Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.
We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design - where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.
Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we're providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.
We are looking for a Supervisor, Finance Business Partnering with strong financial and business acumen. The role will provide financial insights and strategic support to major functions within Lucid Motors for ME Region, focusing on cost optimization, process improvement, and operational excellence!
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with key departments to understand their financial needs and provide actionable insights.
- Act as a liaison between finance and other functional teams to ensure alignment on financial goals and strategies.
- Analyze current expenditure and agreements to identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
- Evaluate, develop and implement existing processes/ strategies to optimize spending without compromising quality or performance.
- Monitor the effectiveness of implemented changes and improve as needed.
- Work closely with the Operational Excellence team to assess financial impacts of process changes and improvements.
- Support the development and execution of initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency.
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support business decisions and strategic planning.
- Prepare and present reports on financial performance, cost savings, and process improvements.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
- Communicate financial insights and recommendations effectively to non-financial colleagues.
- Developed and maintained Tableau dashboards to provide real time financial insights enabling data-driven decision making for business stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Professional finance qualification SOCPA and MBA preferred
- Minimum of 8 years in finance business partnering, financial analysis, or a related role, with experience in a high-growth or dynamic environment preferably in the automotive business
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis tools
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Experience with process improvement methodologies
At Lucid, we don't just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.
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Financial Planning & Analysis Manager Johannesburg West
Posted 8 days ago
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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!
Duties & ResponsibilitiesQualification 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!
Package & RemunerationR 1 600 000 - R 1 800 000 - Annually
#J-18808-LjbffrSales & Cost Accounting Internship- homechoice
Posted 9 days ago
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As a Sales & Marketing Reporting Intern, you’ll play a vital support role in driving data-driven decision-making within our marketing and sales functions. You’ll assist in preparing performance reports, tracking sales trends, and contributing to campaign analysis—ensuring our teams remain insight-led and customer-focused
What you will love doing in this role
- Assisting in the generation and distribution of daily and weekly sales reports to key stakeholders.
- Supporting the preparation of monthly campaign and channel performance reports.
- Contributing to the creation and enhancement of custom sales reports and dashboards.
- Help prepare sales plan presentations for business stakeholders.
- Reviewing and documenting updates made to sales plans and performance forecasts.
- Collaborating with the marketing team to connect performance trends to campaign insights.
What we will love about you
- We love data-driven thinkers who thrive on uncovering insights from numbers.
- We love detail-oriented individuals who take pride in clean, accurate reporting.
- We love curious minds who always ask “why” and look for patterns behind performance.
- We love proactive problem-solvers who improve reporting processes and tools.
- We love adaptable learners who pick up new systems and tools quickly.
- We love collaborators who work well across teams and functions.
- We love self-starters who take ownership of tasks and meet deadlines with excellence.
What you’ll need to do this role
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- Wow my customer
- Walk in my customers’ shoes li>Deliver on my promises
- Deliver insight-led solutions my customers need
- Take accountability
- Be curious, creative & explore opportunities
- Do it right & at the right time
- Be helpful
- Be inclusive
- Find the fun
Financial Planning and Analysis Lead
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Recruiter:
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Job Ref:
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Date posted:
Friday, June 27, 2025
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Salary:
6000
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.
- Seniority level Not Applicable
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Finance and Sales
- Industries Advertising Services
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#J-18808-LjbffrFinancial Planning and analysis assistant
Posted 8 days ago
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East Rand based company is looking for a Financial Planning and Analysis Assistant.
Duties & Responsibilities- Sound knowledge and understanding of:
- Accounting (up to trial balance)
- Statutory returns (PAYE, VAT, Tax and Statistics SA)
- Preparation & reporting of Management Accounts, Forecasting, Budgets and Audits
- Risk and Internal Control
- Accounting Standards
- Good knowledge of ACCPAC, SAP or other computerized accounting and reporting systems
Financial Planning and Analysis Lead
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Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to lead the financial planning and analysis function for a prominent industry leader!
Duties & Responsibilities- Prepare and present comprehensive monthly results packs to executive management
- Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and communicate insights to support strategic decision-making
- Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring accurate and realistic financial plans
- Manage monthly and weekly rolling forecasts, including cash flow forecasts
- Take ownership of the SAC platform/model and identify opportunities for optimisation to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis
- Evaluate the financial impact of business strategies and initiatives
- CA(SA) / Completed CIMA
- Additional academic credentials (MBA)
- 8 - 10 years post article experience in a similar role
- Related industry experience in FMCG / Manufacturing / Logistics
- Advance Excel / ERP system usage
- SAP Analytics
R 1 600 000 - R 1 800 000 - Annually
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Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
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Opportunity in Abu Dhabi!
Our client, market leader in the mining sector is looking to hire a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager (Expat opportunity on a 2-year renewable contract),based in Abu Dhabi
The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager plays a crucial role in the financial health of the organization by overseeing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis. This position involves developing financial models, analysing financial data, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making
The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and Director of Finance
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the financial budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives.
- Analyse complex financial information and reports to provide accurate and timely financial recommendations to management.
- Conduct benchmarking and process analysis for the entire organization.
- Monitor performance indicators, highlight trends, and analyse causes of unexpected variances.
- Provide insights to senior management around financial modelling, forecasts, and profitability.
- Manage the preparation of the company’s budget.
- Direct and supervise financial analysis staff to ensure the highest level of performance.
- Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports.
- Identify and drive process improvements, including the creation of standard and ad-hoc reports, tools, and models
Minimum Requirements:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or Economics,
- Master’s degree or professional qualifications like CPA or CFA is preferred
- Proven work experience as a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager or similar role
- Solid understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles
- Proficient in MS Excel and financial software applications
- Outstanding presentation, reporting, and communication skills
- Experience in financial modelling, budgeting, and variance analysis
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate financial data and make recommendations
Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Genuine interest in mergers and acquisitions, with a desire to build a career in this field
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
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Drive data-led decision-making in a fast-growing food distribution business as an FP&A Manager, using your CIMA expertise and experience in perishable goods to influence strategy and boost profitability.
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
Recruiter:
Network Recruitment
Job Ref:
NFU014023/PMA
Date posted:
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
SUMMARY:
Drive data-led decision-making in a fast-growing food distribution business as an FP&A Manager, using your CIMA expertise and experience in perishable goods to influence strategy and boost profitability.
POSITION INFO:
A growing national player in the food supply and distribution space is seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to establish and lead its financial planning and analysis function. Focused on high-volume, time-sensitive operations, this business operates in the perishable goods sector and requires a commercially sharp finance professional who can balance strategic insight with operational realities.
As the FP&A Manager, you will play a hands-on role in building forecasting models, setting up performance dashboards, and delivering actionable insights across the value chain. You’ll partner with the executive team to provide detailed analysis on pricing, margins, procurement, and logistics, all while building scalable FP&A processes from the ground up. Your deep understanding of perishable product dynamics will be critical to ensuring effective planning and financial control in this fast-moving environment.
Job Experience and Skills Required:
- CIMA qualification (essential)
- 6+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis
- Prior experience working in perishable goods, FMCG, or fresh food sectors
- Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills
- Ability to implement new reporting structures and planning tools from scratch
- Experience working closely with commercial and operational teams
- Business partnering mindset and ability to influence strategic decisions
- Highly analytical with a strong attention to detail
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#J-18808-LjbffrFinancial Planning and Analysis Manager
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Financial Planning and Analysis Manager Employment Type : Full-Time, Permanent Location : Cape Town (On-site) Salary : R700,000 per annum ( highly negotiable for the right person ) Level : Associate / Mid-level
About the ClientOur client is an award-winning scale-up that has transformed the property industry with the world’s first fully digital end-to-end homebuying platform. Recognised for their innovation and impact in the UK property market, they continue to grow rapidly with a dynamic and collaborative team at the core of their success.
About the Role
Our client is seeking a talented FP&A Manager to join their dynamic team and support their financial operations. The role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced scale-up environment and gain exposure to various aspects of finance including M&A, financial modelling, budgeting, investor and management reporting, and management accounting.
Why Join Them?
- World’s first Homebuying Platform enabling end-to-end online property transactions
- Gold Winner – Best Use of Digital in the Property Market
- Awarded “Most Innovative Company” in 2021 at the Best Business Awards (UK)
Key Responsibilities
M&A
- Prepare detailed financial models to assess the viability and financial impact of acquisition targets
- Support investment proposals and presentations for senior management and investors
- Conduct due diligence and risk assessments for potential acquisitions
- Assist in post-merger integration analysis and financial performance tracking
- Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business objectives
- Develop variance analyses to compare actuals against budget and forecasts, identifying key drivers
- Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and cost control initiatives
- Partner with department heads to provide financial guidance
- Implement and enhance financial reporting tools and dashboards for real-time insights
Financial Modelling
- Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic decision-making
- Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to evaluate potential business strategies
- Provide insights and recommendations based on financial model outputs
Management Accounts
- Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
- Analyse financial performance against budgets and forecasts
- Ensure accuracy and compliance with financial policies
- Identify trends and make actionable recommendations to improve financial performance
- Financial Analysis and Reporting
- Conduct detailed financial analysis to support strategic initiatives
- Prepare financial reports and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders
- Develop KPIs and performance metrics to measure business success
- Support investor reporting requirements with clear and insightful communication
Requirements
- Ambitious, tenacious, and a self-starter
- Minimum 2:1 degree in Finance or Accounting
- 2–3 years of experience in a similar role (associate level)
- Preferably from a Big 4 and/or investment banking background
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Proficient in financial modelling and scenario analysis
- Experience with Power BI is highly desirable
- Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, scale-up environment