Finance Business Partner

SUMMARY:
A prominent South African company that specialises in retail and brand solutions is looking for a Finance Business Partner.

POSITION INFO:
Founded in 2000, it has grown to become a leading provider of integrated sales, marketing, and logistics services. Smollan operates in various sectors, including FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods), telecommunications, and other retail industries.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving financial performance and partnering with business leaders? We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Business Partner I to join our clients dynamic team and contribute to the financial success of a portfolio of businesses with diverse financial structures.

Apply now to be part of a high-performing team and take the next step in your career as a Finance Business Partner, send your CV to


Duties:

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Take charge of compiling, negotiating, and managing budgets and forecasts. Ensure sustainability, growth, and profitability by embedding ROI insights and providing monthly financial reports.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Offer strategic financial insights by supporting cluster heads and business leaders in understanding their financial positions. Conduct scenario analyses, performance trend evaluations, and headcount/resource reviews.
• Operational Liaison: Serve as a critical link between finance and operations. Resolve financial issues, support debtors and collections, and provide key insights to executives and clients regarding financial trends and risk management.
• People Management: Lead and manage your team effectively, ensuring performance aligns with company goals, HR processes, and quality standards.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify financial risks, update monthly reports, and manage outstanding debtors to mitigate potential bad debts.

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom Accounting or Finance
• Studying towards CIMA

• 9-10 years in accounting, with 3 years in management accounting
• 3 years in a managerial role.
• Audit experience is advantageous.

• Strategic and critical thinking
• Strong financial and commercial acumen
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage and influence stakeholders