Senior Manager Planning and Budgeting at BankservAfrica

Your key responsibilities include:

• Lead the development and implementation of the financial planning and budgeting framework.
• Provide strategic financial analysis and insights for long-term planning and decision-making.
• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of the annual budget and financial forecasts.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity in financial reporting and data systems.
• Oversee the monitoring of business performance against budgets and financial targets.
• Identify and analyse key financial metrics to inform business strategy.
• Collaborate with executives to align budgets with strategic objectives.
• Present financial plans and forecasts to executive’s and other senior stakeholders
• Conduct in-depth variance analysis and provide recommendations for cost control to the CFO.
• Oversee the Support key strategic projects with financial modelling and scenario analysis.
• Develop and refine performance metrics and KPIs across the organization for budget control.
• Develop and Implement best practices in budgeting and financial planning processes.
• Develop and lead initiatives to optimize resource allocation and cost efficiency.
• Develop and Provide training and guidance on budgeting and financial analysis to teams.
• Attend to ad-hoc requests as required by Head Fp&A and The CFO
• Foster Team Development: Lead the growth and professional development of the finance team by providing regular feedback, setting clear goals, and offering opportunities for skill enhancement and career progression.
• Cultivate a Collaborative Environment: Promote a culture of open communication and teamwork, encouraging team members to share ideas and collaborate on problem-solving to achieve shared objectives.
• Set overall direction: Define and communicate a clear vision for the finance team, aligning their efforts with broader organizational goals and ensuring that all team members understand their roles in achieving these objectives.
• Mentor and Guide: Act as a mentor and coach to team members, providing guidance and support to help them navigate challenges, develop their analytical skills, and enhance their understanding of financial principles and practice
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and strategic alignment

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE

• BCom (Accounting Sciences)/CA(SA) /CIMA
• Required computer literacy levels
• Accpac/Sage (Advanced)
• IBM Analytics 
• Excel and Power Point

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Finance and Commercial functions
• Experience working in a medium to large organization 
• Planning, Reporting and Performance Management experience
• 3 years’ experience in managing teams
• Experience in overseeing complex revenue (transactional and fixed fee construct advantageous)
• Financial Services industry required
• Payments industry knowledge and experience advantageous
• Experience in presenting to executive members advantageous