Financial Analyst

Found in: Whatjobs ZA C2 - 5 days ago

Port Elizabeth, South Africa Profile Personnel Full time

Financial Analyst required for a leading automotive company based in Kariega

Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced employees to fill the above vacancy in Strategic Finance Planning department.

Education & Experience

B Com Degree (Accounting 3)/ National Diploma in Cost Management Accounting
Have 3-5 years’ financial experience in a Manufacturing concern (preferably in the Automotive Industry)
Have at least 3 years’ experience in a Cost Accounting environment
Have experience in Financial Analysis

Skills, Attributes & Other requirements ESSENTIAL

Have an understanding of the APDP (Duties and Incentives)
Have a sound knowledge of detailed Unit Cost Analysis (Vehicles and Components)
Have a very good understanding of the impact of Exchange rate Fluctuations on our business
Advanced Computer Literacy (MS Excel and PowerPoint, Think-Cell, Hyperion EssBase)
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently and as part of a bigger team
Analytical skills
Be disciplined and able to perform under pressure
Excellent communication skills

Job Description and Responsibilities

Reporting on the Financial Performance of a Business Unit/ Total Company.
Performing Variance Analysis (Actual vs Budget/ Planning Round/ Forecast/ Prior Actuals).
Compiling Forecast/ Budget/ Planning Round for a Business Unit/ Total Company.
Submitting various reports to the Shareholder.
Ad hoc Reporting and Analysis