Job Description
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Financial Business Partner to provide strategic financial support to multiple dealership operations within the Western Cape.
This role serves as the vital link between finance and operations, delivering commercial insights, financial analysis, and operational support to drive profitability, improve business performance, and ensure sound financial governance
Working closely with operational management and the Group Financial Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, business partnering, and continuous improvement initiatives
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting process across the dealerships
Prepare rolling forecasts and identify financial risks and opportunities
Analyse monthly management accounts and investigate variances
Provide commercial insights and financial modelling to support business decisions
Deliver accurate financial reporting to assist management in achieving strategic objectives
Business Partnering & Operational Support
Partner with dealership management and departmental leaders to improve operational and financial performance
Analyse profitability across key business areas, including vehicle sales, aftersales, parts, warranties, and service operations
Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs)
Support business growth initiatives, strategic projects, and operational improvements with sound financial guidance
Financial Reporting & Compliance
Prepare and present monthly financial reports and performance packs
Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal financial controls, and company policies
Assist with internal and external audit requirements
Maintain strong governance and financial control processes
Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
Monitor and forecast cash flow requirements
Manage debtor and creditor performance and proactively identify financial risks
Oversee stock funding and inventory financing processes
Identify opportunities to improve working capital and cash utilisation
Risk Management & Internal Controls
Strengthen financial controls across debtors, creditors, inventory, and warranty processes
Identify financial and operational risks and recommend corrective actions
Investigate and resolve stock and financial variances between operational and finance systems
Leadership & Team Support
Support and mentor finance teams across dealership operations
Provide financial guidance and training to operational departments where required
Promote consistency in financial processes and reporting standards across all sites
Key Deliverables
Monthly
Management accounts
Variance analysis reports
Cash flow reports
Working capital reporting
Quarterly
Budget reforecasts
Financial performance reviews
KPI reporting and operational analysis
Annually
Budget preparation
Audit readiness and compliance support
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
CIMA or CA(SA) qualification will be advantageous
Minimum of five years' experience in financial analysis, management accounting, or business partnering
Previous experience within the automotive or dealership industry is highly advantageous
Knowledge & Skills
Strong understanding of dealership or multi-site business operations
Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills
Experience working with dealership ERP systems such as Keyloop/Kerridge or similar
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence operational decision-making
High level of accuracy, analytical thinking, and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
Key Performance Indicators
Timely and accurate financial reporting
Achievement of financial and operational performance targets
Improvement in working capital management
Reduction in financial and stock variances
Delivery of meaningful commercial insights to management
Compliance with financial controls, governance standards, and audit requirements