Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

Curro is an independent schooling provider that offers quality education from the early childhood development phase to Grade 12. Curro prides itself on providing an ethical, values-based environment and offers learner-centric, balanced, innovative and relevant curricula across schools.

Curro seeks to appoint Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Manager (full-time) at Curro Head Office in Bellville to commence duties in July 2026

Vacancy Reference: 28292

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Curro is an equal-opportunity employer, therefore preference will be given to EE candidates.

Key performance areas

• Own and drive the annual budgeting process across schools, central functions and support divisions; develop detailed financial models for revenue and cost structures; consolidate group budgets aligned with strategic objectives including learner growth, margin optimisation, and capital allocation

• Manage monthly rolling forecasts reflecting updated enrolments and cost dynamics; analyse variances between actuals, budget and forecasts, providing clear and actionable insights; monitor key performance drivers including learner growth, retention, pricing, and operating cost trends

• Provide forward-looking insights, including early identification of risks and opportunities; perform scenario and sensitivity analysis to support decision-making; monitor performance at central office and school level (operating surplus, margins, etc.)

• Partner with Executive Heads, Business Managers, and central teams to support strategic and operational decision-making; evaluate pricing strategies and their financial impact; support investment decisions including new school developments, expansions, and strategic initiatives

• Deliver monthly management reports with clear insights and commentary to leadership; develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs tailored to an education environment; ensure consistency, transparency, and comparability of reporting across all schools

• Build and maintain robust financial models for new school developments, capacity planning, and long-term strategic plans; perform sensitivity analysis on key variables; support long-term financial planning, capital allocation, and funding decisions

• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and consistency of financial planning data; strengthen governance and controls over budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes; drive improvements in financial systems, data quality, and reporting capabilities

• Lead, mentor and develop the FP&A team consisting of operational finance managers; manage team performance, deliverables, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications, experience and skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance (CA(SA) with a proven academic track record highly advantageous)

• 8+ years' relevant experience in a similar finance role, with proven experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling
• Proven experience in managing staff and strong communication skills
• Experience on Dynamics NAV and/or Dynamics D365 advantageous
• Experience in TM1 advantageous
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Financial modelling, strong analytical skills, and ability to analyse and solve problems
• Excellent written and verbal communication, accountability, attention to detail, and concern for order, quality and accuracy
• Ability to be decisive and show initiative; good time management and adherence to deadlines; highly motivated self-starter and team player
• Valid driver's licence
• Clear criminal record

Closing date: 18 June 2026.

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Please note that you will need to submit a comprehensive CV and copies of your qualifications and SACE registration (if applicable) as part of your online application.

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