Financial Project Manager (Hybrid and Johannesburg-based) (South Africa)

Financial Project Manager (Hybrid and Johannesburg-based) (South Africa)

2023/07/20

Reference Number: CHGSYB18072023

Description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Genesis Analytics is a leading global African firm that has worked in more than 100 countries across the world. Our purpose is to unlock value in Africa for our clients and its citizens by helping them to make better decisions that are creative and optimistic, and sustainable and defensible over time.

We have forged relationships with government, regulators, corporates, banks, development finance institutions, law firms, foundations, NGOs as well as regional and international organisations including development agencies.

Our style of working is distinctive. We work collaboratively and with rigour. We like solutions that have a creative, practical bent. We aim to leave the individuals and institutions with whom we work stronger and more confident than they were before meeting us. We don’t pretend to have a lock on wisdom, but there is strength in our humility.

LOCATION:

•  Johannesburg

PRACTICE AREA DESCRIPTION:

The Group Service practice area consists of a team of valuable experts who provide trustworthy solutions to complex and everyday challenges. We are dedicated to accuracy and reliability. To work with each Practice Area, like interconnected cogs and flywheels, to build a trusted system.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Financial Project Manager to join our team. The Financial Project Manager will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing the financial projects within our organisation. This role requires exceptional financial knowledge, strong project management skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully leading financial projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgetary guidelines.

Requirements

KEY REQUIREMENTS & ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans, including financial goals, timelines, resource allocation, and risk assessment.
•  Budget Management: Create and monitor project budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting, cash flow projections, cost control, and adherence to client financial guidelines.
•  Financial Analysis: Perform financial analysis to evaluate project feasibility, identify risks and opportunities, and make informed recommendations to stakeholders.
•  Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal teams, including finance, operations, and project stakeholders, to align project goals and ensure effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
•  Risk Management: Identify and assess project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement risk management plans to ensure project success.
•  Performance Monitoring: Track project progress, financial performance, and key performance indicators (KPIs), providing regular updates to stakeholders, ensure that no discrepancies or violations of commercial agreements have occurred and addressing any deviations from the plan.
•  Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with client requirements, regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies, lead on project audits and prepare accurate and timely financial reports for management and stakeholders.
•  Continuous Improvement: Identify process improvement opportunities, implement best practices, and drive efficiency in project delivery and financial operations.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:

•  Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certifications are a plus.
•  Proven experience as a Financial Project Manager or similar role, with a strong track record of successfully managing the financial aspects of complex projects; USAID & Foundations experience is a plus.
•  In-depth knowledge of financial principles, budgeting, financial analysis, and forecasting.
•  Excellent project management skills, including the ability to plan, organise, and prioritise tasks effectively, while maintaining attention to detail.
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions.
•  Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
•  Proficiency in financial software and project management tools. (Sage packages are a plus)
•  Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
•  Strong business acumen and understanding of industry trends and best practices in financial project management.
•  High ethical standards and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data privacy.

HOW TO APPLY:

•  Our system is an easy tool to use, with a maximum of 10 single-line fields to complete and two compulsory document uploads.
•  Please follow the online application process on the career portal of the Genesis website.
•  Applications can only be made online – no other means of application will be accepted this is due to emails not being an application tracking system and data protection regulations.
•  We use an automated applicant tracking system to receive and manage all applications in one central point. Therefore, we also do not accept any e-mailed CVs or applications set by other means.
•  Please note that your application will primarily be considered for this role. If there are multiple roles that you are interested in, please submit your application as outlined in the opportunity description, as advertised roles each have role-specific own pools of applications.
•  However, please do not apply for every role – at this level of professional consultancy, we expect that candidates will display some level of self-selection and awareness for which roles they qualify and apply for. Unqualified serial applications will be deleted, and such applicants will be removed from our database.
•  Once you have applied via our career portal, you will receive a system-generated confirmation e-mail that your application was received.
•  NOTE: Please be advised that uploaded documents/attachments cannot be bigger than 4MB in total, as the system will not accept your application if the uploaded documents exceed 4MB

DISCLAIMER:

•  Relevant previous experience is essential – at this level of professional consultancy, we expect that candidates will display some level of self-selection and awareness for which roles they qualify and apply for. Unqualified serial applications will be deleted, and such applicants will be removed from our database.
•  Communication will be with short-listed candidates only – if you do not receive any feedback on your application within three weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
•  Genesis Analytics reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment of any advertised role.
•  All appointments will be made in line with Genesis Analytics’ Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Policies.
•  All applications and associated candidate information will be treated confidentially.

• Work Level: Management
• Job Type: Permanent
• Salary: Market Related
• EE Position: No
• Location: South Africa

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