Finance and Business Operations Manager

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

Finance and Business

Date posted:

Thursday, October 31, 2024

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
Our client in the FMCG industry is seeking a Finance and Business Operations Manager to act as a key

POSITION INFO:

Our client in the FMCG industry is seeking a Finance and Business Operations Manager to act as a key business partner to all departments and senior management. This role is responsible for providing in-depth business performance analysis, managing the Sales & Operations Planning process, and supporting strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Team Leadership and Business Partnership:
Lead a team of Finance and Operations analysts, collaborating with the Executive team and department heads.
Serve as an internal business partner to provide strategic insights and support decision-making across the organization.
Forecasting and Financial Analysis:
Oversee monthly volume and rolling forecasts for the entire company, working closely with Key Accounts and Marketing teams, and reporting back to management.
Perform monthly P&L forecasting, reporting, and variance analysis, covering Gross to Net Sales, COGS, Distribution, Marketing, Administration, and Selling expenses.
Conduct seasonal analysis on volume, portfolio, and pricing, ensuring accurate tracking and insights.
Financial Reporting and Customer Analysis:
Compile and analyze monthly contribution statements by Customer, Brand, and Retail channels.
Ensure accurate pricing for customers is reflected in SAP and manage any necessary updates or changes.
Budgeting and Strategic Planning:
Lead the Budget and Latest Estimate process within the organization, ensuring alignment with business goals and financial objectives.
Act as a back-up administrator for the business intelligence warehouse (IBM Cognos), supporting reporting and data management needs.
Project Support and Ad-Hoc Analysis:
Support the Executive team with various projects and ad-hoc analyses throughout the year, contributing valuable insights to strategic initiatives.

Key Skills:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels and departments.
Proactive and methodical, with a structured approach to identifying and completing projects.
Ability to prioritize tasks, set clear targets, and manage multiple responsibilities.
Detail-oriented and highly analytical, with a strong capacity for financial analysis and reporting.
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a financial controller or business analyst role, ideally within the FMCG sector.
In-depth knowledge of the FMCG and/or retail industry, with insights into the confectionery segment as an advantage.
Proficiency in Excel; experience with SAP is a distinct advantage.

Qualifications:

University degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CIMA qualification preferred.

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