Finance Business Partner (CIMA) | Retail & Distribution

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Minimum Requirements CIMA qualification (completed) BCom Accounting, Finance, or related degree 5-8 years' experience in finance, management accounting, commercial finance, or business partnering Experience within retail, FMCG, wholesale, supply chain, or distribution environments Strong budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling experience Advanced Microsoft Excel skills ERP system experience advantageous Strong stakeholder engagement and presentation skills Key Responsibilities Business Partnering & Commercial Support Partner with operational and departmental leaders to support strategic decision-making Provide financial insight and recommendations to improve business performance Support pricing, margin enhancement, and profitability initiatives Evaluate new business opportunities and investment proposals Challenge and support operational teams to achieve financial objectives Financial Planning & Analysis Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across business units Perform detailed variance analysis and trend reporting Develop financial models and scenario analyses Monitor key performance indicators and business performance metrics Deliver actionable recommendations based on financial and operational data Reporting & Performance Management Prepare monthly management accounts and business performance reports Analyse revenue, gross profit, operating expenses, and working capital performance Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership Support month-end reporting and financial review processes Develop dashboards and management reporting tools Operational Finance Partner with sales, supply chain, procurement, and distribution teams Monitor inventory performance, stock holding, and inventory risks Support cost control and efficiency initiatives Identify risks and opportunities impacting profitability Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business Ideal Candidate We are looking for a finance professional who is: Commercially minded and business focused Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving skills Confident engaging with senior stakeholders Able to influence decision-making through financial insights Proactive and solutions-driven Comfortable operating in a fast-paced retail or distribution environment Passionate about adding value beyond the numbers Why Apply? Strategic role with direct exposure to executive leadership Opportunity to influence commercial and operational decisions Exposure to a dynamic retail and distribution environment Strong career progression opportunities Collaborative and high-performance culture Ability to make a tangible impact on business growth and profitability This opportunity is ideally suited to a qualified CIMA professional looking to move into a highly visible commercial finance role where they can combine strong analytical skills with strategic business partnering. Apply today and take your finance career beyond traditional reporting into a role that directly influences business success. For more exciting opportunities within Commercial Finance, Finance Business Partnering, FP&A, Management Accounting, Retail Finance, Distribution Finance, CIMA, Financial Planning & Analysis, and Commercial Strategy , contact: Monique Du Preez Senior Recruitment Consultant | Network Recruitment Apply Now 🚀