Strategic Planning Analyst at Huntswood

Job Responsibilities

• Production of financial forecasts based on workload, resource requirements and overall capacity plans in support of financial and operational targets.
• Supporting the budgeting and financial planning processes with revenue-related input.
• Reviewing the accuracy of forecasts on an on-going basis ensuring minimum variance.
• Monitoring and analyzing revenue trends including Cost Analysis to identify areas for financial growth and improvement.
• Identifying and analyzing revenue leakage, forecast variances and areas of underperformance to recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in the achievement of financial targets through staffing optimization to maximise service delivery and productivity.
• Creating detailed reports, and presentations that outline revenue performance and provide actionable insights to stakeholders regularly.
• Presentation of organizations capacity plans, financial forecasts and analytics
• Participating in the development and implementation of revenue management policies and procedures.
• Supporting team members and the organization with all WFM related tasks in the absence of their leader serving as the subject matter expert.
• Assisting in the successful implementation of WFM and its supporting process across the organization.

Job Requirements

• A minimum of 12 months within in a Planning analyst role
• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF4 level qualification – English and Maths essential
• Strong MS Excel Experience
• Effective decision-making skills

Required Skills

• Planning and Organizational Skills
• Strong and adaptable communication skills
• Effectiveness and pays attention to detail Analytical skills.
• Logical thinking & Relationship Management
• Adaptability / Resilience with the ability to work under intense pressure.
• Good communication skills
• Strong Numerical Skills