Finance Specialist: Group Planning

Absa Bank Limited

Johannesburg, South Africa
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Financial analysis and data consolidation
Advanced excel and powerpoint skills
Manage shifting priorities and deadlines
** Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Finance Specialist for their Group Planning team, based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role involves financial analysis, forecasting, and stakeholder support, requiring strong analytical skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. **

Job Summary

  • The Planning team is responsible for overall financial planning across Absa Group, including forecasts, budgets, and analysis of competitors and trends.
  • This role supports the preparation of key deliverables and provides analytical input into in-year forecasts, peer benchmarking, medium-term plans, and executive reporting.
  • The role demands adaptability, a strong learning mindset, and the ability to manage shifting priorities while maintaining delivery standards during peak planning cycles.

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** Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Finance Specialist for their Group Planning team, based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role involves financial analysis, forecasting, and stakeholder support, requiring strong analytical skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Financial analysis and data consolidation
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Manage shifting priorities and deadlines
  • Structured thinking and attention to detail
  • Collaboration and stakeholder support

Nice-to-have

  • Personal resilience and adaptability
  • Curiosity and learning agility
  • Solutions-oriented mindset
  • Digital confidence and tool usage

Key Requirements

  • B-degree in accounting/financial management (NQF level 6)
  • Three years technical experience
  • CA(SA) preferred
  • One to two years audit manager experience preferred

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