Financial Planning Analyst

SUMMARY:

A well-established fashion retailer is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Planning Analyst to support financial planning, forecasting, and reporting. This role is ideal for a finance professional with strong analytical and financial modelling skills who can provide valuable insights to support strategic decision-making and business performance.

POSITION INFO:

Purpose of the Role

To support the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager in delivering accurate financial planning, forecasting, and reporting for the South Africa affiliate. The role will focus on financial modeling, variance analysis, and cross-functional coordination to ensure timely and insightful financial insights.

Reports To:

Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial planning models.
• Support the preparation of the Strategic Business Plan (SBP), Annual Financial Plan, and rolling forecasts.
• Perform monthly variance analysis and prepare management reporting packs.
• Conduct financial analysis on key risk and opportunity areas.
• Coordinate with business units to gather and validate financial inputs.
• Submit financial data into Essbase and other planning systems.
• Prepare valuation models and support business case development.
• Collaborate with HR, Supply Chain, Tax, and Treasury teams to ensure aligned planning inputs.
• Support the implementation of best practices in financial planning processes.
• Assist in preparing presentation materials for internal and cluster-level reviews.
• Assist FP&A Manager with monthly and quarterly GP financial close procedures adhering to Control cut-off procedures and deadlines.
• Assist FP&A Lead with adhoc reporting, projects or financial analysis.