Financial Manager (Real Estate) Mr Price Group at Mr Price Group

Job Description


We are looking for a commercially minded Real Estate Finance Manager to lead financial planning, reporting, and risk activities across the division. This role plays a key part in supporting strategic decision-making and Real Estate portfolio growth.


Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Business Support


Contribute to the development and execution of divisional strategies and KPIs.
Support strategic store reviews through financial and commercial analysis.
Provide financial insights to support store renewals, relocations, rightsizing initiatives, and new store opportunities.
Support management with financial planning and long-term decision-making.


Financial Management & Reporting


Manage and monitor divisional budgets, expenses, forecasts, and projects.
Ensure accurate financial reporting, analysis, and cost control.
Prepare management reports, financial updates, and quarterly board packs.
Analyse financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency.
Track and report on budget variances and key financial risks.


Research & Commercial Analysis


Conduct feasibility studies for potential store opportunities.
Analyse market developments, commercial metrics, rental opportunities, and capital expenditure requirements.
Provide recommendations on store viability and commercial returns.
Monitor progress of feasibility studies and strategic initiatives


Risk Management


Identify, assess, and report on financial and operational risks.
Recommend mitigating actions to support sound business decision-making.


Stakeholder Management


Serve as a key liaison between the Real Estate team and landlords.
Influence business decisions through sound financial advice and commercial insight.
Communicate complex financial information clearly to support informed decision-making.


Leadership & People Management


Lead and manage a team of Real Estate Finance Clerks
Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.


Qualifications


Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)
3 to 4 years' Commercial Business Finance experience.
Experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis.
Exposure to commercial or real estate environments will be advantageous.