Financial Planner – Logistics
SIGNAL HILL PRODUCTS
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Olifantsfontein • South Africa
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About the role
- As a Financial Planner specialising in logistics, you will play a critical role in optimising financial strategies and supporting the financial performance of our Commercial operations
- You will collaborate closely with the Commercial team and Finance department to ensure that financial planning aligns seamlessly with our commercial objectives
- By analysing financial data, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and implementing strategic initiatives, you will contribute to the overall efficiency and profitability of the Commercial business
Requirements
- Conduct thorough analysis of commercial financial data to generate accurate and timely reports
- Provide insights and recommendations to support data-driven decision-making within the commercial operation department
- Monitor key financial indicators and metrics to assess performance and identify areas for improvement
- Collaborate with the commercial team to develop realistic budgets and forecasts
- Analyse historical data, market trends, and operational requirements to set financial goals and targets
- Track performance against budgets and forecasts and make adjustments as necessary
- Monitor commercial costs and identify areas of inefficiency or excess spending
- Propose and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining operational effectiveness
- Collaborate with vendors and negotiate favourable agreements to optimize costs
- Identify financial risks associated with commercial operations and develop risk mitigation strategies
- Conduct regular risk assessments and implement appropriate control measures to safeguard financial stability
- Stay updated on industry regulations and compliance requirements related to commercial financial activities
- Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes within the commercial department
- Implement best practices and leverage technology solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate financial processes with commercial operations
Benefits
- Matric or equivalent
- Formal tertiary accounting qualification
- BCom Honours in Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, or Accounting; pursuit of a CGMA or CA qualification will be advantageous
- Understanding of operational process flows
- Basic financial analysis knowledge
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Familiarity with ERP systems; SYSPRO experience is advantageous
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Hard Skills & Tools
financial analysisbudgetingforecastingcost-saving measuresdata-driven decision-makingperformance monitoringrisk assessmentfinancial reportingstrategic initiativesfinancial performance optimization
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingnegotiationinsight generationadaptabilityattention to detailstrategic thinkinginterpersonal skills