Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Business Analyst to join our team at Juru Holdings in Cape Town. As a key member of our finance team, you will be responsible for leading the translation of business and finance requirements into high-quality functional solutions, with a focus on the HFM application stack. You will ensure alignment between finance, IT, and data processes to deliver accurate, controlled, and scalable financial reporting and consolidation capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the elicitation, analysis, and documentation of business and system requirements across finance and IT stakeholders
- Facilitate workshops, interviews, and working sessions to define clear, testable requirements
- Ensure full traceability from requirements through to delivery and testing
- Act as the primary liaison between Finance and Technology teams
- Drive analysis and solution design across the HFM lifecycle including: Data integration (source systems to HFM) Metadata management (entities, accounts, hierarchies) Consolidation processes (intercompany eliminations, journals, FX translation) Reporting outputs and disclosures
- Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring system readiness and issue resolution
- Translate finance requirements into HFM rules, calculations, and functional specifications
- Analyse financial and operational data to identify trends, risks, and business impacts
- Assess upstream and downstream impacts of changes across the finance data ecosystem
- Ensure data integrity, reconciliation, and alignment across systems
- Process Improvement & As Is / To Be Design Document current and future-state processes across finance and reporting landscapes
- Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements aligned to best practice
- Support continuous improvement of consolidation, reporting, and control processes
- Contribute to solution design, ensuring alignment to architecture, data standards, and governance
- Define functional specifications for HFM enhancements and integrations
- Support Agile delivery including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and prioritisation
- Testing & Quality Assurance
- Define test strategies, scenarios, and acceptance criteria
- Lead UAT for finance systems, ensuring business sign-off and readiness
- Validate that solutions meet functional, data, and reporting requirements
- Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Ensure solutions comply with financial controls, audit requirements, and regulatory standards
- Support documentation required for audit and governance reviews
Requirements
- 5 to 8 years experience in Business Analysis within Banking, Financial Services, or Insurance
- Strong experience with Oracle HFM / Hyperion stack and finance consolidation processes
- Solid understanding of financial reporting, group consolidation, and finance controls
- Experience working in Agile delivery environments
- Proven capability in data analysis, solution design, testing, and stakeholder management
Qualifications
- Formal education/certifications (Bachelor’s, LLB, Matric, etc.) not specified
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About IT / Computing / Software Jobs in Western Cape
The IT and computing industry is a thriving sector in Western Cape, with many opportunities available to those interested in pursuing a career in this field. Generally, the job market in this area tends to be competitive, with a high demand for skilled professionals who can meet the technological needs of various industries. Typically, these roles involve working on software development, system administration, and data analysis.
When it comes to salary expectations, it’s difficult to pinpoint exact figures due to varying factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. However, broad ranges are possible. For example, entry-level positions in IT typically range from R300 000 to R500 000 per annum, while more senior roles can command salaries between R600 000 and R1 million or more, depending on the individual’s qualifications and experience. Experienced professionals can also expect to earn higher salaries, often above R1 million, especially if they are in high-demand positions.
Common skills required for IT roles include proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with software development methodologies like Agile and Scrum. Strong understanding of database management systems, cloud computing platforms, and data analysis tools is also highly valued. Additionally, excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development are essential for success in this field.
The IT industry is commonly found in various sectors, including the technology industry, financial services sector, manufacturing sector, and government institutions. These industries often require IT professionals to design, develop, and implement software solutions that meet their specific needs. In addition to traditional roles like software development, there are also opportunities for IT professionals to work in consulting, testing, and support.
For those interested in advancing their careers, opportunities exist for professional growth and development. Many companies offer training programs, mentorship schemes, and networking events to help employees develop new skills and stay up-to-date with industry trends. With experience, individuals can move into leadership positions or start their own IT consulting businesses. Furthermore, certifications like CompTIA A+, Cisco CCNA, and Microsoft MCSA demonstrate a commitment to professional development and can enhance job prospects.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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