Finance Manager – Planning & Budgeting

Finance Manager - Budgeting & Planning

Our client is a mining conglomerate, and they operate in a capital-intensive, operationally complex, and commodity-driven environment. Planning is not just about numbers — it is about anticipating cycles, protecting resilience, and enabling strategic growth.

We are looking for a high-calibre Finance Manager – Planning & Budgeting who can build forward-looking financial intelligence that supports executive and board-level decision-making. This role is for someone who thrives in structured modelling, understands risk, and can translate operational drivers into financial impact.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: What You Will Lead

1. Strategic & Operational Planning Lead annual budgeting and long-term planning (3–5 years outlook). Develop a forward-looking, risk-aware financial roadmap aligned with: corporate strategy, capital allocation priorities, fleet and operational capacity, and funding structure and liquidity strategy Ensure planning outputs are timely, accurate, and decision-ready for Management and Board.

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Driver-Based Financial Modelling & Scenario Planning Develop structured, integrated financial models (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow). Translate operational drivers (volume, strip ratio, utilization, productivity, fuel cost, FX, interest rates) into financial impact. Build scenario models to evaluate commodity price volatility, cost inflation, funding shifts, and contract changes. Deliver actionable insights — not just spreadsheets.

3. Sensitivity Analysis & Stress Testing Perform rigorous sensitivity analysis on key financial and operational drivers. Stress-test liquidity, leverage, covenant headroom, and cash sustainability. Quantify downside risks and propose mitigation strategies. Support proactive risk management in a cyclical industry.

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Business Case & Capital Allocation Support Develop and review investment models for fleet expansion, contract bids, strategic initiatives, and new business opportunities. Evaluate IRR, NPV, payback, risk-adjusted return, and funding implications. Partner with operations, business development, and treasury to ensure financial viability. Support disciplined capital allocation aligned with shareholder value creation.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: What We Are Looking For

Education Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (mandatory). Master’s degree (MBA / Master in Finance) is an advantage. Professional certification such as CPA, CA, CMA, CFA is preferred.

Experience Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in FP&A, corporate finance, financial modelling, or strategic planning. Proven track record in: 1. Building integrated three-statement financial models. 2. Leading budgeting and long-term planning processes. 3. Scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis. 4. Business case development and investment evaluation. Experience in capital-intensive industries (mining, heavy equipment, infrastructure, energy, or similar) is highly preferred. Exposure to board-level reporting and executive presentation is a strong advantage.

Who You Are Structured thinker with strong commercial judgment. Comfortable working with uncertainty and volatility. Detail-oriented but able to see the strategic big picture. Strong communicator who can simplify complex analysis. Able to influence cross-functional stakeholders. High integrity and strong ownership mindset.