Financial Planning & Analysis Director
Powerfleet
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Midrand • South Africa
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About the role
- Support the VP of FP&A in strengthening and scaling the global FP&A function
- Lead and develop a high-performing FP&A team based in South Africa with a global remit
- Establish strong financial planning processes, tools, and frameworks to support organizational growth
- Lead the development and maintenance of the company’s financial forecasts, including short-term and long-range planning models
- Partner with cross-functional leaders to ensure forecasts reflect operational performance and strategic priorities
- Develop financial models to evaluate business initiatives, investments, and growth opportunities
- Lead the annual budgeting process in partnership with business leaders and the VP of FP&A
- Oversee monthly budget-to-actual reporting and variance analysis
- Provide recommendations and updates to quarterly and annual forecasts based on financial performance
- Support the quarterly reporting cycle by providing financial analysis and insights required for executive and board-level reporting
- Partner with Accounting on key financial analyses, including goodwill impairment models and purchase price allocations related to mergers and acquisitions
- Ensure financial reporting processes remain accurate, transparent, and aligned with public company standards
- Build and maintain a repeatable and efficient financial reporting cycle
- Deliver clear and actionable financial reporting to executive leadership
- Continuously improve FP&A processes, reporting tools, and analytical capabilities
- Partner with business leaders and executive stakeholders to provide financial insights that support operational and strategic decisions
- Translate complex financial data into actionable insights for leadership
- Support strategic initiatives, including the company’s transition toward a SaaS-focused operating model.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Registered Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))
- 10+ years of experience (post articles) in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or related financial leadership roles
- Experience supporting or operating within high-growth technology or SaaS-driven organizations preferred
- Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical capabilities
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing global or distributed finance teams
- Experience supporting financial planning processes in complex, multi-entity or publicly traded organizations is preferred
- Ability to operate effectively in dynamic, fast-paced environments and provide clarity during periods of change
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across the organization
- Experience with financial planning systems, reporting tools, and process improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
financial modelingforecastingvariance analysisbudgetingfinancial analysisfinancial reportingfinancial planning processesanalytical capabilitiesgoodwill impairment modelspurchase price allocations
Soft Skills
leadershipcollaborationcommunicationinfluencing stakeholdersoperational insightsadaptabilityclarity during changeteam developmentstrategic thinkingproblem-solving
Certifications
Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))