Corporate Finance Manager

South AfricaPosted Aug 5, 2026

Corporate Finance Manager (FP&A, Strategic Finance & Capital Planning) – Remote

Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours

About the Role

At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring a Corporate Finance Manager to lead financial planning, forecasting, capital allocation, and executive financial analysis for a growing organization.

This is a strategic finance role—not a transactional accounting position. You’ll work closely with executive leadership to provide the financial insights that drive business decisions, optimize capital allocation, and support long-term growth.

Combining FP&A, strategic finance, treasury management, financial modeling, and executive reporting, you’ll build robust financial models, improve forecasting accuracy, evaluate investment opportunities, and deliver actionable recommendations that influence company strategy.

If you enjoy turning financial data into strategic business decisions, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

Financial Planning & Forecasting

  • Lead the annual budgeting process across departments and business units.
  • Develop and maintain rolling monthly and quarterly forecasts.
  • Consolidate financial reporting across multiple entities, business units, or regions.
  • Improve forecast accuracy and financial planning visibility.
  • Support long-term financial planning initiatives and strategic budgeting.

Strategic Finance & Investment Analysis

  • Build advanced financial models including:
    • Discounted Cash Flow (DCF)
    • Return on Investment (ROI)
    • Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
    • Net Present Value (NPV)
    • Scenario and sensitivity analyses
  • Evaluate capital investments, pricing strategies, expansion initiatives, and M&A opportunities.
  • Identify opportunities to improve margins, reduce costs, and increase operational efficiency.
  • Present data-driven recommendations to executive leadership.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

  • Monitor liquidity, working capital, and cash flow performance.
  • Support debt compliance, capital structure planning, and financing strategies.
  • Partner with banking institutions, investors, and executive stakeholders.
  • Improve treasury reporting and cash flow forecasting processes.

Executive Reporting & Business Insights

  • Prepare:
    • Board presentations
    • Executive reporting packages
    • KPI dashboards
    • Financial summaries
  • Deliver variance analysis and executive commentary.
  • Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable business insights.
  • Ensure reporting accuracy and compliance with GAAP or IFRS standards.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Operations, Sales, Product, and Executive teams on strategic initiatives.
  • Align financial planning with operational goals and business priorities.
  • Support fundraising, investor relations, and strategic finance initiatives.
  • Mentor Financial Analysts and junior finance team members.

Process Improvement & Financial Controls

  • Improve forecasting workflows, reporting processes, and financial controls.
  • Support audits, due diligence activities, and compliance initiatives.
  • Enhance reporting scalability through automation and process improvements.
  • Drive continuous improvements across finance operations.

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • You combine strategic thinking with strong financial analysis.
  • You simplify complex financial information for executive decision-makers.
  • You’re highly analytical, organized, and detail-oriented.
  • You thrive in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.
  • You enjoy influencing business strategy through financial insights.
  • You’re confident presenting to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Required Experience & Skills

  • 5+ years of experience in Corporate Finance, FP&A, Strategic Finance, or Investment Banking.
  • Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, including:
    • Financial modeling
    • Scenario planning
    • Sensitivity analysis
    • Consolidations
    • Advanced formulas and automation
  • Experience with ERP platforms such as:
    • NetSuite
    • SAP
    • Oracle
    • or similar systems
  • Proven experience preparing:
    • Executive reporting
    • Financial models
    • Board presentations
  • Strong analytical, financial, and strategic problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Nice to Have

  • MBA, CFA, CPA, or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Experience supporting:
    • M&A transactions
    • Fundraising initiatives
    • Investor relations
    • Capital allocation projects
  • Experience with BI and reporting platforms such as:
    • Power BI
    • Tableau
    • Looker
  • Background in SaaS, professional services, or multi-entity organizations.

What Success Looks Like

  • Forecasts consistently achieve target accuracy.
  • Budgets and financial plans are delivered on time.
  • Executive and board reporting is accurate, insightful, and actionable.
  • Capital allocation decisions improve business performance and ROI.
  • Financial processes become increasingly efficient through automation and optimization.
  • Leadership relies on finance for strategic planning and decision-making.

Interview Process

  • Initial Phone Screen
  • Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
  • Practical Financial Modeling Exercise
  • Client Interview with CFO or Executive Leadership
  • Offer & Onboarding

What Happens After You Apply

Right after you apply, you’ll receive an email invitation from Spark Hire to record your Intro Video. This short, self-recorded video is the final step that completes your application.

Instead of repeating yourself across multiple screening calls, you’ll introduce yourself once, and your video will be shared with the hiring team. This allows hiring managers to evaluate your communication style early, making future interviews more meaningful while reducing unnecessary interview rounds.

Don’t overthink it—you can record your video as many times as you’d like before submitting it. Only your final submission will be reviewed. Please keep an eye on both your inbox and spam folder for your Spark Hire invitation.

Apply Now

If you’re passionate about financial modeling, strategic planning, and helping leadership make smarter business decisions through data-driven insights, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and play a key role in shaping the company’s financial strategy and long-term growth.

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