Job Purpose<\/p>\n
\tThe role of Finance Manager: Financial Planning & Analysis is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual looking to grow their career in finance. Reporting to the Senior Manager: Financial Planning & Operations, this position is ideal for someone eager to learn, develop their skills, and make a positive contribution.
\n\tIn this role, you will support the finance team with key tasks such as gathering financial data, preparing reports, and assisting with financial planning and analysis. You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, including the Senior Manager and other team members, and gain exposure to how financial decisions are made across Discovery Vitality RSA.
\n\tAs a Finance Manager: Financial Planning & Analysis, you will work closely with teams involved in Financial Reporting, Member Benefit Payments, Data Operations, Actuarial, and Product Research & Development. You will help collect and organise financial information, assist with basic financial modelling, and contribute to understanding partner relationships and commercial arrangements.
\n\tAttention to detail and a willingness to learn are key to success in this role. You will help the team uncover valuable insights from financial data and communicate findings in a clear, straightforward way. Your work will help support the overall financial goals of Discovery Vitality and contribute to making a difference in the lives of our members and communities.
\n\tIf you are motivated, curious, and ready to grow your expertise in a collaborative environment, this is your opportunity to build on your career and help support Discovery Vitality\u2019s purpose: making people healthier and enhancing lives.<\/p>\n
Areas of responsibility includes but is not limited to:<\/p>\n
\tActing as a technical authority, the incumbent will provide advanced expertise in forecasting, budget preparation, and thorough analytical functions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following areas:
\n\tOverseeing and analysing revenue, expenses, capital investments (CAPEX), and cash flow to enable effective financial planning and informed decision-making.
\n\tExtracting, transforming, and conducting detailed analysis of data to support business intelligence and strategic decisions.
\n\tDeveloping and maintaining robust financial models that guide strategic planning and resource distribution.
\n\tCompiling and presenting additional financial analyses that deepen understanding of financial outcomes and highlight areas for improvement.
\n\tEvaluating and modelling data related to partners, products, channels, or markets, and relaying insights to the commercial team or other relevant stakeholders.
\n\tProactively seeking and implementing process enhancements, such as automating tasks and integrating AI into daily functions.
\n\tEstablishing and enforcing adequate controls to guarantee the accuracy of outputs.
\n\tEnsuring deliverables are completed precisely and on schedule, with effective stakeholder engagement throughout each phase.
\n\tBuilding and maintaining strong working relationships with both external partners and internal teams, fostering collaboration to achieve business goals.
\n\tPreparing, reviewing, and delivering detailed reports and analytical outcomes for presentation to various forums, stakeholders or for line manager, ensuring the information is clear, accurate, and actionable.
\n\tDemonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional growth and self-development to remain current with technical skills and industry expertise.<\/p>\n
Personal Attributes and Skills<\/p>\n
\tCurious mindset
\n\tExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills
\n\tThe ability to understand and work with undefined parameters
\n\tImpeccable attention to detail and accuracy
\n\tPassionate about investing time to analyse, understand and report on data, products and processes
\n\tConfident people person eager to create and maintain and build relations and manager stakeholders
\n\tExcellent time management skills with the ability to work and manage a team under pressure to meet strict deadlines
\n\tExcellent written and oral communication skills
\n\tAbility to deal with complex issues and migrate between detail and high-level requirements
\n\tAn interest in basic financial modelling and data analysis
\n\tMust have integrity and be ethical in decision-making
\n\tA strong desire for professional development and a high learning potential<\/p>\n
Minimum Education & Working Experience<\/p>\n
\tMinimum professional qualification required: CA (SA) or CIMA qualifications
\n\tAt least 3 -5 years\u2019 plus post-qualification experience
\n\tAdvanced experience with data analytics, financial modelling experience and\/or qualifications or consultancy experience post articles, especially in valuations or other areas requiring forecasting and analytics skills
\n\tPrevious experience in a similar financial planning role
\n\tExtensive experience working with MS Office packages, including Excel, Word & PowerPoint with a keen interest and\/or experience with the application of AI
\n\tFinancial Services experience<\/p>\n
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