Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A, Bank) l Contract

  •  Job Reference: 160288
  •  Industry: Banking and Finance
  •  Bonus Package: R1441955
  •  Salary Description: 02C3423

Key Responsibilities

Management Reporting & Performance Analysis

  • Prepare monthly management reporting packs and executive-level performance commentary.
  • Analyze financial and non-financial KPIs across revenue, costs, profitability, productivity, and returns.
  • Identify business risks, opportunities, and key performance drivers through data-driven analysis.
  • Support Board, Management Committee, regulatory, and ad hoc reporting requirements.
  • Conduct external benchmarking and peer analysis to identify productivity and competitiveness opportunities.

Planning & Forecasting

  • Support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting cycles.
  • Coordinate submissions from business and functional teams, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
  • Perform variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior-year performance.
  • Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic decision-making.

Process Improvement & Automation

  • Drive improvements in reporting processes, controls, and data quality.
  • Identify automation opportunities to reduce manual effort and improve forecasting accuracy.
  • Leverage BI, analytics, and AI-enabled tools to enhance reporting and decision support capabilities.

Requirements

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related discipline.
  • 7+ years of experience in FP&A, management reporting, forecasting, or performance analytics within a large organization.
  • In-depth understanding of P&L management, balance sheet analysis, cost allocations, and performance measurement methodologies.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and work across diverse teams.
  • Must have experience working on Cognos, TM1 or any related tools.