Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) (Financial Forecasting / Strategic Finance & Projects)

Job Description:

The Finance Manager- Reporting & FP&A will lead the company’s financial planning, performance analysis, and management reporting functions. The role is a key business partner to the Executive Director- Finance, providing insights into performance, supporting decision-making, and ensuring financial transparency across all business units.

 

Responsibilities:

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and present monthly management reports with clear analysis.
• Consolidate results across business units.
• Maintain and improve KPI frameworks and dashboards; ensure data integrity.
• Provide narrative commentary, risk/opportunity analysis, and recommendations.
• Support preparation of Board and investor packs.
• Prepare the annual financial statements ready for audit.

 

 

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting process and quarterly reforecasts.
• Maintain rolling 12–18-month forecasts with driver-based assumptions.
• Execute scenario and sensitivity analyses.
• Build and maintain financial models for key initiatives.
• Assist with cash flow planning.

 

 

Financial Planning & Forecasting

• Work with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to improve margins and cost efficiency.
• Provide pricing, capex, and working capital decision support.
• Translate performance insights into clear actions and owner timelines.

 

 

Financial Systems & Controls

• Improve reporting automation via ERP/ BI integration and standardised templates.
• Ensure alignment between management reporting and statutory financials.
• Coordinate with the Finance Manager- Accounting & Operations on reconciliations and close cadence.
• Liaison with statutory auditors.

 

 

Strategic Finance & Projects

• Contribute to business plans, capex evaluations, and financing proposals.
• Support group consolidation changes, restructures, or new business lines.
• Develop cost allocation frameworks and performance dashboards.
• Any other projects assigned by the Executive Director- Finance.

 

 

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field. Master’s preferred.
• Professional qualification required: CPA (T), ACCA, or equivalent.
• 8+ years’ finance experience with 3+ years in FP&A, reporting, or management accounting.
• Strong Excel modelling
• ERP/ BI proficiency
• Solid understanding of IFRS, budgeting, consolidation, and financial controls.
• Proven leadership experience managing analysts/ accountants; excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Industry experience in agribusiness is an advantage.

 

 

Key Competencies

• Analytical rigor and commercial acumen
• Clear written & verbal communication; executive-ready presentation
• Planning & prioritisation.
• Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Integrity, sound judgement, and confidentiality

 

 

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely and accurate reporting: monthly management pack issued by WD5
• Forecast accuracy: within ±5% on key financial measures- revenue, EBITDA, and cash.
• Budget delivery: on time, with complete variance bridges and ownership.
• Automation & quality: measurable reduction in manual effort; stable KPI dashboards.
• Board/ investor pack quality: positive stakeholder feedback; minimal rework.
• Business partnering impact: quantifiable margin/ cost improvements linked to FP&A initiatives.

 

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to ljoubert@caglobalint.com  

Please visit www.caglobalint.com for more exciting opportunities.

 

Lara Joubert

Recruitment Specialist

CA Global – Finance

 

CA Global will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

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