5 open positions found · Salary range: From $12
We are seeking four Senior Business Analysts who will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic technology and business transformation initiatives. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team where Business Analysts are trusted to take full...
Job Title Financial Planning Analyst Reports To Financial Planning \& Analysis Manager Location: South Africa Purpose of the Role To support the Financial Planning \& Analysis Manager in delivering accurate financial planning, forecasting, and reporting for the South Africa affiliate. The role will focus on financial modeling, variance analysis, and cross-functional coordination to ensure timely and insightful financial insights. Key Responsibilities * Assist in the development and maintenance of financial planning models. * Support the preparation of the Strategic Business Plan (SBP), Annual Financial Plan, and rolling forecasts. * Perform monthly variance analysis and prepare management reporting packs. * Conduct financial analysis on key risk and opportunity areas. * Coordinate with business units to gather and validate financial inputs. * Submit financial data into Essbase and other planning systems. * Prepare valuation models and support business case development. * Collaborate with HR, Supply Chain, Tax, and Treasury teams to ensure aligned planning inputs. * Support the implementation of best practices in financial planning processes. * Assist in preparing presentation materials for internal and cluster-level reviews. * Support FP\&A Manager with preparation of cluster reporting templates. * Assist FP\&A Manager with monthly and quarterly GP financial close procedures adhering to Control cut-off procedures and deadlines. * Assist FP\&A Manager with adhoc reporting, projects or financial analysis. * Preparation of pricing and costing uploads for FP\&A manager review. Qualifications \& Experience * Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field. Completed CIMA or studying towards CIMA advantageous. * 3–5 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or related roles. * Strong Excel and financial modeling skills. * Familiarity with IFRS and multi-currency reporting. * Experience with planning tools such as SAP, Essbase, Hyperion is advantageous. Key Competencies * Analytical mindset with attention to detail. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. * Collaborative and proactive approach. * High level of accountability and ownership. LOCATION South Africa, Cape Town - Office FULL TIME/PART TIME Full time Current LS\&Co Employees, apply via your Workday account.
We are seeking four Senior Business Analysts who will play a pivotal role in delivering strategic technology and business transformation initiatives. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing team where Business Analysts are trusted to take full ownership of their workstreams, engage directly with senior stakeholders, and drive projects from concept through to implementation. As a Senior Business Analyst, you will work closely with business leaders, investment teams, technology partners,…
From $12/yr
Financial Analyst | Technology Finance Cape Town | Hybrid | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Salary: R30 000 - R40 000 per month Are you passionate about turning complex financial data into meaningful business insights? An exciting opportunity has become available for a Financial Analyst to join a dynamic Technology Finance team. This role sits at the intersection of Finance, Technology, and Project Delivery, supporting critical technology initiatives through financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and cost management. If you enjoy working with large datasets, building automated reporting solutions, and partnering with stakeholders across the business, this could be your next career move. Key Responsibilities Technology Cost Tracking \& Financial Analysis * Capture, consolidate, and analyse project and operational cost data across technology initiatives. * Develop and maintain allocation models that accurately track technology expenditure and project costs. * Support the identification and tracking of capitalisable project activities. Reporting \& Dashboard Development * Build and maintain interactive dashboards and visual reporting tools. * Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for leadership teams. * Provide regular reporting on project spend, budget performance, and cost trends. Budgeting, Forecasting \& Variance Analysis * Monitor actual spend against budgets and forecasts. * Perform variance analysis and identify key drivers impacting financial performance. * Support budgeting cycles and produce forward-looking project forecasts. Process Improvement \& Automation * Enhance financial reporting processes through automation and improved controls. * Reduce manual reporting effort while improving consistency and data accuracy. * Support month-end reporting and financial close activities. Stakeholder Engagement * Partner closely with technology and project teams to ensure accurate financial data capture. * Challenge and validate inputs to maintain data integrity and compliance with governance requirements. * Present financial information in a clear and meaningful way to non-finance stakeholders. What We're Looking For ✅ Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related quantitative field. ✅ 1-3 years' experience in Financial Analysis, Project Accounting, Corporate Finance, FP\&A, or Data Analytics. ✅ Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with experience working on large datasets and financial models. ✅ Experience creating reports and dashboards using BI and data visualisation tools. ✅ Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cost allocation, and variance analysis. ✅ Exposure to capitalisation accounting principles will be advantageous. ✅ Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is beneficial but not essential. Key Attributes ✔ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills ✔ Exceptional attention to detail ✔ Ability to communicate financial insights to non-finance audiences ✔ Highly organised with strong stakeholder management capabilities ✔ Passion for data, reporting, and continuous improvement Why Apply? * Join a high-performing Technology Finance environment. * Gain exposure to large-scale technology projects and financial reporting. * Work in a collaborative hybrid environment. * Play a key role in driving data-driven decision-making across the business. * 12-month fixed-term opportunity with a respected international organisation. Interested? Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion. Stefan Pretorius Recruiter stpretorius@communicate.co.za #FinancialAnalyst #TechnologyFinance #FPandA #FinanceJobs #CapeTownJobs #HybridJobs #DataAnalytics #FinancialReporting #Budgeting #Forecasting #MicrosoftExcel #HiringNow #FixedTermContract #CapeTownCareers
From $40/yr
Forecasting \& Budgeting Specialist | Finance Location: Cape Town, CBD | Hybrid Salary: R40 000 - R50 000 per month Are you naturally curious, analytically minded, and passionate about uncovering the drivers behind business performance? We're looking for a Forecasting \& Budgeting Specialist to join a growing, fast-paced financial services environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys combining financial analysis, strategic thinking, and data-driven decision-making to influence business outcomes. What You'll Be Doing 🔹 Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections 🔹 Analyse financial and operational performance to identify trends, opportunities, and profitability drivers 🔹 Build and maintain financial models to support scenario planning and strategic initiatives 🔹 Partner with leadership teams to provide insights for investment decisions, new projects, and overall business strategy 🔹 Create and maintain dashboards, reporting packs, and visualisations that drive actionable insights 🔹 Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, Marketing, and Credit to align financial objectives with business goals 🔹 Support monthly management accounts and financial reporting processes What We're Looking For ✔ Bachelor's Degree in Finance or a related field ✔ Minimum 2 years' experience in budgeting, forecasting, FP\&A, or a similar finance role ✔ Advanced Excel skills, including financial modelling, pivot tables, and VBA ✔ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities ✔ Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders ✔ Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines ✔ Experience within lending, fintech, or financial services would be advantageous Why This Opportunity? This role offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership, influence strategic decisions, and gain exposure across multiple areas of the business. You'll be joining a dynamic environment where curiosity, initiative, and commercial thinking are highly valued. Interested? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out directly for a confidential conversation. Stefan Pretorius Recruiter stpretorius@communicate.co.za #FinanceJobs #FPA #FinancialPlanning #Forecasting #Budgeting #FinancialAnalysis #FinanceCareers #FintechJobs #CommercialFinance #HiringNow
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