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Business Manager\/Business Analyst with PA Duties Job Location: Germiston, Johannesburg Job Type: Full Time Key Responsibilities: Business Analysis and Strategy Support: Business Insights: Provide regular reports and analysis to support the decision-making of the MD and CFO, focusing on key business metrics, financial performance, market trends, and operational efficiency. Data Analysis: Use business intelligence tools and data analytics to assess performance, identify opportunities for process improvements, and recommend actionable insights to drive growth. Project Management: Assist in coordinating cross-functional projects, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within scope. Act as a liaison between departments and senior leadership. Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies and recommend changes to streamline business processes, reducing costs or improving productivity. Executive Support (PA Duties): Calendar and Schedule Management: Manage the MD’s and CFO’s calendars, including scheduling meetings, arranging appointments, and ensuring all relevant materials and information are prepared in advance. Travel Coordination: Arrange domestic and international travel itineraries, accommodations, and transportation for the MD and CFO. Communication Management: Serve as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the MD and CFO. Draft and manage correspondence, emails, and presentations. Meeting Coordination: Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items to ensure that outcomes are met in a timely manner. Confidential Support: Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, including financial reports, business strategies, board meeting minutes and personnel matters. Administrative Duties: Reporting: Assist with the preparation of financial and operational reports for board meetings, senior leadership reviews, and other key business functions. Document Management: Maintain organized records and files for quick retrieval of important documents and reports, ensuring compliance with company policies. Event and Meeting Coordination: Event Planning: Coordinate logistics for company events, board meetings, and business functions, including venue selection, catering, materials, and presentations. Vendor Liaison: Liaise with external vendors and contractors on behalf of the MD and CFO to ensure all requirements for meetings, events, or travel arrangements are fulfilled. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus. 3-5 years of experience in business management, business analysis, or an executive assistant\/PA role. Demonstrated experience working directly with senior leadership, managing executive calendars, and performing data-driven analysis. Strong understanding of business operations, finance, and strategic planning. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel ( Advance level ), PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience with business intelligence tools (e.g., Qlikview , Power BI, etc.) is preferred. Familiarity with ERP or financial systems (e.g., SAP, SYSPRO, QuickBooks, etc.) is an advantage. Key Competencies: Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. Strong verbal and written communication skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Proactive, self-starter with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Discreet and trustworthy, with the ability to handle confidential information.
