Finance Business Partner

SUMMARY:
A global retail company that provides services to help businesses improve their in-store execution and grow their sales is looking for a Finance Business Partner.

POSITION INFO:
The company specialises in delivering sales and marketing solutions, including field sales, merchandising, technology solutions, and more, for brands across various industries like consumer goods, retail, and healthcare. Founded in South Africa in 1931, our client has since expanded its operations across multiple continents, including Africa, Asia, and Europe. The company focuses on enhancing the retail experience by helping its clients manage their products and brands effectively within stores through real-time data, field teams, and strategic insights.

Are you a strategic financial leader with a passion for driving business success? You will play a key role in aligning financial strategies with business goals across multiple service lines.

If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for financial leadership and a drive to make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now by sending your CV to

Duties:

• Develop and implement financial strategies
• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Monitor financial performance, analyse trends, and provide actionable insights to drive strategic decision-makingEnsure timely, accurate financial reporting, adhering to accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulatory standards, and company policies.
• Manage day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Lead the finance team, providing mentorship, guidance, and development opportunities.
• Spearhead financial projects such as system implementations and process improvements, ensuring timely, in-scope, and within-budget delivery.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks
• Implement internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Review agreements for financial soundness and manage outstanding debts to minimise bad debt risk.
• Collaborate with senior management, department heads, and external stakeholders to align financial objectives with business goals.
• Effectively communicate financial performance and strategy to key stakeholders, including the board and investors.
• Perform financial analysis to support decision-making, focusing on profitability, cost control, and pricing strategies

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom Accounting / Finance
• BCom Honours
• CIMA

• 8-10 years of financial leadership experience, with at least 3 years in management accounting, ideally within retail, FMCG or Pharmaceutical.

• In-depth knowledge of IFRS standards.
• Strong financial acumen and modelling skills.
• Expertise in management accounting and analytical thinking.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and organizational awareness.