Financial Planning And Budgeting Analyst

7 days ago

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa South African Bankers Services Company Pty Ltd Full time

Job Title : Financial Planning and Budgeting Analyst
Location : Selby - Johannesburg, GP ZA (Primary)
Occupational Level : Professional
Job Category : Finance
Job Type : Permanent

BankservAfrica forms part of the South African National Payments System and is a trusted partner of the financial industry, including banking institutions. Therefore, employees must adhere to unwavering standards of honesty and transparency in performing their duties.

PURPOSE : The main purpose of the role is to oversee and analyse revenue and costs budget vs forecast vs actual control, design and implement cost accounting systems, track budget and costs, and review costs for inaccuracies.

This includes formulating and implementing cost-saving methods, conducting break-even analysis, and performing volume, price, and mix variance analysis on all products / costs. You will make recommendations about cost efficiencies and financially feasible cost options to the business and management.

Stakeholders :

  1. Cost Centre Managers
  2. Product Managers
  3. Senior Executives
  4. Senior Heads of BUs

Your key responsibilities include :

  1. Budget Support and Coordination : Assist in the preparation and consolidation of the annual budget under the guidance of the CFO, Head of FP&A, and other appointed leaders. Help coordinate the collection of financial data from various departments for budgeting purposes.
  2. Rolling Forecast Assistance : Support the maintenance of the rolling forecast, ensuring it reflects current business activities and market conditions. Contribute to the regular update of financial forecasts by gathering and analyzing relevant data.
  3. Financial Analysis and Reporting : Perform financial analysis to aid in the budgeting process. Prepare initial draft reports on budget forecasts and variances for review by senior management.
  4. Cost Monitoring : Monitor departmental spending against the budget, flagging significant variances to the attention of senior finance managers. Assist in identifying potential cost-saving measures and efficiency improvements.
  5. Strategic Planning Support : Provide support in the analysis required for long-term strategic planning and financial scenario modeling. Participate in the development of simple financial models under supervision.
  6. Training and Knowledge Development : Engage in training programs to develop budgeting and forecasting skills. Learn from senior managers about best practices in budget management and financial forecasting.
  7. Technology and Systems Utilization : Use financial software and systems to assist in budgeting and forecasting tasks. Maintain data integrity within financial systems through diligent data entry and verification. Take part in the implementation processes for new planning software as required.
  8. Ad hoc Tasks : Attend to tasks as requested by the Head of FP&A and other finance business partners on an ad-hoc basis. Ability to translate the numbers into outcomes using storytelling.
  9. Financial Modelling : Construct and maintain financial models in support of revenue and cost tracking and budgeting using best practice methodologies and automation where possible.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE : Finance / Business / Quantitative qualification, ideally at honours level. Previous finance experience and exposure within a business partnering function preferred. Relevant up-to-date certifications highly advantageous. Required computer literacy levels : Accpac / Sage (Advanced), Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced), TM1 / IBM Analytics, MS knowledge advantageous.

EXPERIENCE : Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in detailed revenue / cost analysis focusing on control covering budget vs forecast vs actual. Minimum 5-6 years' experience in finance, accounting, or management account roles. Experience working in a medium to large organization. Sound understanding of accounting principles. Solid cost / profitability systems background advantageous. Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills. Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent report-writing, communication, and IT skills.

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