Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

About the role

Levi Strauss South Africa is seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to lead the FP&A function for the SSA market. You will be responsible for financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting and risk management while supporting strategic growth initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate cross‑functionally to deliver an integrated 3‑year financial plan aligned with the Group’s Growth Blueprint.
• Develop and maintain the South Africa financial planning model and oversee the SBP, Annual Financial Plan and forecasts.
• Manage monthly and quarterly GP financial close procedures, ensuring compliance with control cut‑off deadlines.
• Prepare and present monthly management accounts, variance analysis and performance drivers to senior leadership.
• Provide training on submission templates to wholesale, retail and cost‑center managers.
• Analyse key financial risk and opportunity areas to inform affiliate decision‑making.
• Submit the Annual Financial Plan and forecasts into Essbase for cluster and group consolidation.
• Support special projects that improve financial efficiency and implement best‑practice planning activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree with CIMA or Chartered Accountant (SA) qualification, or studying towards one.
• 5‑6 years of experience in a similar FP&A or finance controlling role.
• Strong understanding of IFRS and US GAAP standards.

Required skills

• IFRS
• US GAAP
• Essbase
• Financial modeling and valuation

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape financial strategy for a global brand.
• Collaborative, innovative work environment.