Financial Manager: Management Reporting

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:To transform financial data into clear, strategic insights for the executive and Board levels, ensuring informed and effective decision-making that drives business performance and achievement of strategic goals.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Strategic Insight & Executive ReportingLead the end-to-end production of monthly management accounts, executive performance packs, and supporting schedules, ensuring accuracy and alignment with strategic objectives.Generate proactive, detailed analysis and commentary on financial results, distilling complex data into clear implications and providing recommendations for immediate corrective action or strategic shifts.Review and evaluate financial performance against key strategic metrics (KPIs), proactively identifying areas of concern and providing data-driven feedback to the business to inform critical decision-making.Identify and execute opportunities to continuously enhance management reporting, focusing on predictive insights, scenario planning, and leveraging new technologies to drive a data-informed, cost-efficiency culture.Coordinate the preparation of Board and governance files to facilitate the highest level of financial oversight and decision-making.Performance Management & PlanningSpearhead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting process, including the development and maintenance of standardised models, templates, and procedures across the organisation.Conduct deep-dive variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast) to isolate underlying performance issues, identify missing accruals, and ensure complete and accurate financial representation.Analyse financial data and other operating information to systematically identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and better cost management across all functions.Develop and maintain the financial reporting calendar (monthly, quarterly, annual), ensuring clear, timeous communication of critical deadlines and requirements to all internal stakeholdersBusiness Partnership & AutomationServe as a dedicated Business Partner to key operational and support departments, interpreting financial outcomes, analysing expense trends, and providing collaborative support for achieving their financial targets.Work collaboratively with the Systems Manager/IT teams to automate management reporting processes, implement advanced analytical tools, and transition reporting toward predictive modelling and self-service capabilities.Drive process efficiency and continuous improvement projects within the Finance department and in other support functions, focusing on stream-lining workflows and enhancing data integrity.Manage ad hoc data analytics and reporting requests from senior leadership, delivering timely and precise information to address urgent strategic or operational questions.JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS:Qualified Chartered Accountant (SA), CIMA qualification or related qualification will be advantageousExperience in a high-volume, fast-paced retail or commercial environment is preferredProven expertise in operational reporting, cost management, and margin analysisExperience with Group reporting structures is beneficialSAP, Google Workspace and MS Excel proficientCompetencies required: Accuracy, Results-oriented, Performing under pressure, Structuring, Cooperation, Integrity, Service-oriented, Analysing and forming opinions