Reporting Manager

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Deutsche Post DHL Group is the world’s leading logistics and mail company. We are one of the world’s largest employers, operating in over 220 countries and territories. We are Europe’s largest postal service, partner for eCommerce and pioneers in secure digital communication. We are number one in contract logistics and international express delivery, and a leader in the forwarding business. Join us and you will be working for a global company that is focused on service, quality and sustainability, and using the power of global trade to connect people and improve lives.

And not just for our customers, but for every member of our Group too.

Reporting Manager:
Africa (Fixed‑term contract)

This role will be responsible for overseeing the financial planning and analysis functions within the business. The position plays a critical role in driving financial performance and operational efficiency by leveraging data‑driven insights to inform decision‑making processes and the incumbent will be tasked with developing comprehensive financial models and forecasts that align with the organization’s strategic objectives, ensuring that operations are financially sound and sustainable.

Other responsibilities include leading the annual budgeting process, conducting variance analysis, and preparing detailed financial reports that facilitate understanding of supply chain costs and profitability. This role is responsible for working closely with various stakeholders, including the Africa executive team, operations managers, and cross‑functional teams, to identify cost‑saving opportunities, assess the financial impact of operational changes, and support strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing overall performance.

In addition to financial oversight, this role will play a pivotal role in mentoring and developing the FP&A team, fostering a culture of analytical rigor and continuous improvement. This position requires a strong blend of financial expertise, strategic thinking, and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non‑financial stakeholders and drive alignment across the organization.

In addition, this role is responsible for head office team. In this team the OTC, PTP, RTR tower responsibility sits, internal external audits, balance sheet review and statutory tax and treasury (banking, supplier financing and equity injection and etc, compliance as well as the Head Office indirect function.

• Develop, implement, and manage financial models to forecast business performance.
• Analyse variances between actual and budgeted results, providing insights and recommendations.

• Lead the annual budgeting process for the Africa business ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Collaborate with operational teams to gather inputs and ensure accuracy in budget submissions.

• Prepare and present financial reports and dashboards to senior management, the Africa executive team and various stakeholders, highlighting KPIs.
• Provide ad‑hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and operational improvements.

• Support strategic projects aimed at enhancing business efficiency through innovative ideas.
• Evaluate potential investments and cost‑saving initiatives.

• Oversee performance management for the FP&A team.
• Review and analyse work performed by the OTC, PTP and RTR towers including Accenture and the Accounting Hub.
• Oversee the indirect Function budget and variances.
• Assist the team with internal/external audit, balance sheet reviews (regional & global), treasury requirements (banking, supplier financing, equity requirement, etc.), and tax and statutory compliance.
• Responsible for Finance system changes and projects.

• CA(SA) is essential.
• Continuous professional development.

• Experience in supply chain management.
• Strong relationship management and cultural appreciation.
• Ability to drive impact and influence stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and…