Sandton: Head of Commercial Finance and FP and A posted by NGF

March 31, 2026 Jobs in Gauteng

Job Description

About the Role

The Head of Commercial Finance & FP&A leads the financial planning, budgeting, and business partnering functions for a leading retail and re-distributor. This role is responsible for transforming data into actionable insight, enabling informed decision-making, and ensuring financial performance visibility across all channels, regions, and product categories. The position partners closely with the CEO, CFO, Commercial, Operational, and Regional Heads to drive profitable growth and strategic clarity.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly reforecasting, and scenario planning processes.
Prepare monthly Board and Exco packs, including executive commentary and variance analysis.
Consolidate and analyse the total company cost structure, highlighting key movements and drivers.
Deliver margin and profitability analysis by customer, region, channel, and product category.
Conduct revenue, pricing, and promotion ROI analysis, including customer and store-level profitability.

Requirements

CA(SA), CIMA, or equivalent financial qualification.
710 years of progressive experience in FP&A, commercial finance, or business partnering.
Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and executive reporting.
Strong understanding of pricing, margins, and customer profitability in FMCG, retail, or distribution sectors.

Qualifications

No qualifications mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive Remuneration Package
Group Life and Funeral Cover
Provident Fund/ Retirement Annuity

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