Global Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis

Our client is a dynamic, listed leader operating within the high-growth technology sector. With an annual turnover exceeding 500 million USD, they are a significant player on the global stage, driving innovation and strategic financial direction across their multinational footprint. This role offers unparalleled exposure to global operations and executive leadership.

Job Description:

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned finance executive to take ownership of the entire FP&A function across a complex, matrixed organization spanning South Africa, the USA, and Canada.

Reporting directly to a member of the Holding Office or the Global CFO, you will be instrumental in translating strategic vision into actionable financial plans. You will lead a high-performing team, drive crucial reporting cycles (including intensive month/quarter-end processes aligned with US hours), and serve as a key strategic partner to executive leadership worldwide.

This role demands a leader who thrives in a fast-paced, publicly listed environment and is eager to optimize financial performance on a global scale.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FP&A team of 8-10 professionals, fostering a culture of accuracy and strategic insight.
• Oversee the end-to-end financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes for global operations, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Serve as the primary financial steward for complex reporting cycles, requiring dedicated time alignment with North American business hours during month and quarter closes.
• Provide critical, data-driven decision support to senior leadership through insightful scenario modeling and performance deep dives.
• Manage regular international travel to key operational hubs, primarily the USA, to collaborate directly with stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a senior FP&A leadership role within a large, listed (ideally) multinational organization.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate and lead within a complex, matrixed organizational structure.
• Willingness and flexibility to adhere to South African working hours, with mandatory extended support during US month/quarter-end periods.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field; relevant professional qualification (CA/CFA) highly preferred.
• Previous experience managing delivery across multiple time zones.

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