23 Forecasting jobs in South Africa

Red Ember Recruitment is looking for a Forecasting and Scheduling Analyst, in Cape Town, working as part of our Client’s Performance Team, and dedicated to a specific campaign, you will undertake resource planning activities across the long-, medium-, and short-term time frame. You will be responsible too ensure the creation of accurate plans, and the optimal use of resources, to deliver sales, financial, and service level targets.

Resource planning activities:

Produce, and continually refine, business level capacity plans that reflect the campaigns latest sales plans, operating model strategy, productivity aspirations, and target service standards.

These will be prepared through regular interaction with the campaigns Management Team, utilising available Finance and Marketing inputs, and through tracking historical actuals.

These plans should ensure that performance standards are achieved all year round, with any risks being escalated, and mitigating actions proposed.

Run scenario planning, and make resourcing recommendations, that drive the most value out of the inhouse and the clients operation.

Create demand forecasts, for all customer interaction channels, at a weekly, daily, and interval level (where required).

Produce optimal shift patterns, to ensure the best possible coverage is delivered, while adhering to any relevant employment legislation and considering colleague work-life balance

Work with the Operational teams to ensure that ‘out of office’ shrinkage (e.g holidays) and ‘in office’ shrinkage (e.g. breaks, briefings) are effectively planned in line with demand profiles.

Monitor, and drive, real-time performance (within the clients Company) ensuring that the right people, are in the right place, at the right time to maximise productivity.

Work in close collaboration with the campaigns real-time team, to deliver a ‘one team approach’, and to drive the right performance outcomes across multiple work types and customer groups.

Previous experience of similar WFM roles

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Exceptional communication and relationship management skills

We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

1. To see what life at Capitec is all about and complete a short assessment, please click here!
2. Once you have completed the above finalize your application by clicking apply below.

Provide commercial analytical support to business by analysing financial budgets and forecasts to inform decision-making and ensure the financial health and stability of the organisation.

• 1-3 years post articles proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting
• Strong financial modelling, data analysis and financial software/systems expertise (i.e., SQL & PowerBI experience required)
• Synthesizing complex financial information into clear and actionable insights
• Conveying financial concepts to both financial and non-financial stakeholders

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Statistics
• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)
• Certification in CIMA

• Budgeting & forecasting principles
• Financial modelling and data manipulation

• Numerical Reasoning skills
• Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
• Attention to Detail
• Communications Skills
• SQL Skills

• Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity and, where feasible, all appointments will support the achievement of our employment equity goals.

Capitec Bank is an authorised financial services provider (FSP 46669) and registered credit provider (NCRCP13). Capitec Bank Limited Reg. No: 1980/003695/06

We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

1. To see what life at Capitec is all about and complete a short assessment, please click here!
2. Once you have completed the above finalize your application by clicking apply below.

Provide commercial analytical support to business by analysing financial budgets and forecasts to inform decision-making and ensure the financial health and stability of the organisation.

• 1-3 years post articles proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting
• Strong financial modelling, data analysis and financial software/systems expertise (i.e., SQL & PowerBI experience required)
• Synthesizing complex financial information into clear and actionable insights
• Conveying financial concepts to both financial and non-financial stakeholders

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Statistics
• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA)
• Certification in CIMA

• Budgeting & forecasting principles
• Financial modelling and data manipulation

• Numerical Reasoning skills
• Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
• Attention to Detail
• Communications Skills
• SQL Skills

• Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity and, where feasible, all appointments will support the achievement of our employment equity goals.

Capitec Bank is an authorised financial services provider (FSP 46669) and registered credit provider (NCRCP13). Capitec Bank Limited Reg. No: 1980/003695/06

Job Title: Senior Financial Analyst
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Remote
Working Hours: 9AM to 6PM PST

About the Role
We’re looking for a tech-savvy, Excel power user with strong analytical instincts and deep experience in financial modeling to join our team as a Senior Financial Analyst . This role is central to our strategic planning, cash flow forecasting, inventory investment decisions, and executive reporting.

You’ll take full ownership of our sales and margin forecasting , lead cash flow modeling efforts—including building and maintaining 13-week cash flow forecasts —and drive actionable insights through scenario analysis and performance tracking.

This is a high-impact role that requires strong collaboration across departments (accounting, finance, and sales) to gather the right data and ensure modeling accuracy. You should be comfortable working with large datasets, building robust models, and communicating insights clearly to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and maintain dynamic Excel-based financial models to support business planning, scenario analysis, and investment decisions.
• Lead cash flow forecasting (weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual) and liquidity monitoring.
• Analyze sales, margins, and inventory performance , identifying trends and delivering strategic recommendations.
• Build and present scenario models to help leadership evaluate risk, investment options, and operational trade-offs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with accounting, sales, and finance to ensure accuracy and relevance of financial models.
• Support month-end close, variance analysis, and reporting packages for executive and board-level stakeholders.
• Continuously improve financial planning processes and tools.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; CFA, CPA, or MBA is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or financial modeling.
• Advanced Excel skills required (nested formulas, pivot tables, macros, scenario modeling, etc.).
• Demonstrated expertise in cash flow modeling , including 13-week liquidity forecasts .
• Experience analyzing and forecasting sales, margins, and inventory trends .
• Strong presentation skills and comfort communicating complex data to executive audiences.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized; thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with QuickBooks or financial planning tools is a plus.

Preferred Attributes

• Passion for clean, accurate modeling and real-world application of financial insights.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines with precision.
• Comfortable translating raw data into clear business recommendations.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• 100% Remote – Work from anywhere while staying fully connected with a high-performing, global team.
• High Exposure – Collaborate directly with senior leadership and gain visibility across departments.
• Real Impact – Your models and insights will drive key business decisions, from investment strategies to sales planning.
• Learning-Driven Culture – We value curiosity and growth. You’ll have opportunities to sharpen your skills in forecasting, strategy, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Fast-Paced, High-Growth Environment – Be part of a company that’s scaling quickly and embraces innovation in finance.
• Ownership & Autonomy – This isn’t just a reporting role—you’ll have end-to-end ownership of critical modeling functions.

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

Mediclinic Group Services| Stellenbosch | South Africa

Closing date: 13/06/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Gaylin Daniels
Reference number: 61133
Workplace Type:Hybrid
Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

To perform financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting and provide management information to improve operational performance, financial governance and the achievement of the company’s financial strategy.

• Bachelor degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematical Statistics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Accounting or Business Management.
• Qualified Chartered Accountant: CA (SA), CFA, ACA, ACCA, CPA or CIMA or equivalent

At least 5-8 years’ relavant experience in financial planning and analysis, in financial environment.

• Collaborate with colleagues across jurisdictions and various departments, i.e. to build meaningful and trusting working relationships
• Financial planning and modelling principles and tools, i.e. Advanced Excel, SAP Group Reporting, CFIN, and others.
• Financial acumen and industry awareness and insight
• Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
• Business Intelligence (BI), reporting- and ‘Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting’ tools
• Systems thinking with an understanding of the interactions and interdependencies of business information
• Critical evaluation and ability to challenge the existing processes
• Advanced computer software skills, including writing macros in Excel and other accounting packages
• Structural thinking skills

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Group Services, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

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.

• 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

• A competitive financial package and compelling rewards
• A competitive financial package and compelling rewards

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

East Rand based company is looking for a Financial Planning and Analysis Assistant.

1. Sound knowledge and understanding of:
1. Accounting (up to trial balance)
2. Statutory returns (PAYE, VAT, Tax and Statistics SA)
3. Preparation & reporting of Management Accounts, Forecasting, Budgets and Audits
4. Risk and Internal Control
5. Accounting Standards
6. Good knowledge of ACCPAC, SAP or other computerized accounting and reporting systems