Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Commercial Analyst to join our client’s team in Cape Town. The successful candidate will play a critical role in providing financial insights and support to drive business growth and decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to work with various departments, analyze sales and profitability data, and develop accurate customer and brand contribution statements.
Key Responsibilities
- Review the forecast monthly by brand, channel and customer in collaboration with sales leaders and supply chain & planning;
- Support the Finance Manager and Head of Commercial Finance with month end reporting, budget and forecasting processes, and ad-hoc reporting requirements and any related projects;
- Develop and maintain accurate customer and brand contribution statements and evaluate the financial data to provide meaningful insights to management;
- Assimilate financial data into valuable information to create daily, weekly, and monthly reporting of pertinent financial information to all departments and key stakeholders;
- Ensure all pricing and promotions for customers are reflected accurately in SAP;
- Monitor monthly promotional and operating expenses in comparison with Budget and latest estimates, providing accurate views on risks and opportunities;
- Analyze promotional ROI performance of promotional activity and make relevant recommendations, and monitor new product launches and sales in comparison with targets;
- Assist product managers with the costing for new product development;
- Financial modelling and price simulation analysis.
Requirements
- University degree and ideally studying towards the CIMA degree;
- A minimum of two-years of experience in a finance analytical role;
- Highly numerate with excellent analytical skills and attention to detail;
- Knowledge and insights about customers and needs in confectionary FMCG industry and/or Retail;
- Expert ability in Microsoft Excel, SAP experience considered to be an advantage;
- Microsoft Office skills Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook;
- High caliber of professional interpersonal skills, with excellent analytical, conceptual, and communication skills (both oral and written).
Qualifications
- Formal education/certifications. If NONE mentioned, SKIP this entire section.
Salary & Benefits
- ONLY if mentioned in original with actual numbers. If not mentioned, SKIP this entire section.
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About Accounting / Finance Jobs in Western Cape
In Western Cape, South Africa, the accounting and finance sector is a thriving industry that plays a crucial role in driving economic growth and stability. Typically, job opportunities exist across various sectors, including financial services, technology, manufacturing, and more. Generally speaking, these roles offer competitive salaries and benefits packages.
Salary expectations for accounting and finance professionals in Western Cape vary widely based on factors such as experience, company size, industry sector, and qualifications. Broadly speaking, junior positions can range from R400 000 to R800 000 per annum, while senior roles can span from R1 million to R3 million or more. However, it is essential to note that actual salaries may differ significantly depending on individual circumstances. For instance, working for a multinational corporation like Google or Microsoft may result in higher salaries compared to smaller local businesses.
Common skills required for accounting and finance roles include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proficiency in accounting software such as Sage or Xero, and knowledge of tax laws and regulations. Typically, a degree in accounting or finance is necessary, with many professionals holding relevant professional certifications like the Chartered Accountant (CA) designation.
These roles are often found in various industry sectors, including financial services, technology, manufacturing, and more. Financial services sector companies, for instance, frequently employ accountants and finance professionals to manage their finances, prepare financial statements, and provide tax advice.
Career development opportunities abound in the accounting and finance field. Typically, junior roles can progress to senior positions within a few years, with many professionals advancing to leadership roles or starting their own businesses. Advanced certifications like the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation can also enhance career prospects.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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