Senior Financial Strategist

4 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Network Recruitment Full time

Network Recruitment is proud to partner with a renowned manufacturing company in seeking a highly skilled Senior Financial Strategist to join their finance team. This exciting opportunity offers a unique chance to shape strategic financial decisions and contribute to the company's growth.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing complex financial data, preparing comprehensive forecasts, and providing actionable insights to support business objectives. As a seasoned professional, you will possess strong technical and strategic financial expertise, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain detailed financial models, reports, and forecasts to inform strategic decision-making.
  • Oversee budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Conduct variance analysis and present insightful findings to senior leadership, highlighting areas for improvement.
  • Support month-end and year-end financial close activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide expert financial advice on key projects, identifying cost-saving opportunities and driving efficiency initiatives.
Requirements and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will require:

  • CIMA qualification (essential).
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in a management accounting or financial strategy role, preferably in the Manufacturing or FMCG sectors.
  • Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Familiarity with financial systems such as Syspro and ODBC.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent communication abilities.
  • Highly organized and adept at managing multiple tasks and priorities.
Compensation Package

We offer a competitive compensation package, including an estimated salary of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This reflects the company's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent.



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