Financial Business Partner (62293) at Ntice Sourcing Solutions

Job Description

• This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled finance professional to step into a pivotal role as a Financial Business Partner. Supporting multiple dealerships in the Western Cape, the position combines strategic insight with hands-on operational involvement.
• The successful candidate will act as the key link between finance and dealership operations, driving profitability, efficiency, compliance, and sustainable growth.
• This role is ideal for someone who thrives on partnering with diverse stakeholders, delivering value-adding insights, and ensuring financial excellence across dynamic business environments

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes for dealerships.
• Prepare rolling forecasts, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Analyse monthly management accounts and variance reports, presenting insights to Dealer Principals and Finance.
• Support decision-making through scenario analysis and business modelling.
• Partner with Dealer Principals and department managers (Sales, Parts, Aftersales) to improve operational efficiency.
• Provide profitability analysis across revenue streams (new vehicles, used vehicles, aftersales, parts, warranties).
• Develop and monitor dealership-specific KPIs aligned with group strategy.
• Provide financial guidance on new business opportunities, expansions, and strategic projects.
• Prepare and present monthly financial packs.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Manage dealership cashflow requirements and provide forecasts.
• Monitor debtor and creditor balances, escalating risks proactively.
• Ensure effective stock funding and reporting of floorplan facilities.
• Strengthen internal controls, focusing on debtors, creditors, stock, and warranty claims.
• Highlight risks with proposed mitigations.
• Support dealership finance teams in daily operations and provide training where needed.
• Drive alignment and consistency across dealership finance practices

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• CIMA / CA(SA) qualificationpreferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in financial analysis, management accounting, or business partnering.
• Automotive industry/dealership experience highly advantageous.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong understanding of dealership operations (sales, aftersales, parts).
• Advanced financial modelling and variance analysis skills.
• Proficiency in Keyloop / Kerridge or equivalent dealership ERP systems.
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to partner with non-finance managers.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Financial planning and analysis expertise.
• Strategic and operational support capabilities.
• Reporting and compliance knowledge (IFRS, audit processes).
• Cashflow and working capital management.
• Risk and control management.
• Staff support and development