Senior Analyst - Financial Planning and Analysis

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

• Senior Analyst – FP&A
• Midrand, South Africa

Role Overview

Partner with the Sales Managers and the Marketing team to:

• Drive Net Sales growth
• Optimize Trade Spending
• Tracking new initiatives
• Increase profitability through detailed P&L analysis, ROI evaluation, and customer profitability tracking.

Responsibilities:

Monthly activities & Reporting

• Ensure accurate and timely month-end close;
• Produce monthly results reports with insights on Net Sales, GTN%, and Equity.
• Play an active role in the monthly S&OP cycle

Sales Team Support

• Provide financial analysis and respond to ad-hoc requests.
• Support independent channels with P&Ls and recommendations.
• Ensure promo guidelines are followed by sales and reviewed on a regular basis.

Trade Spend & Pricing

• Monitor the Trade Spend Management tool.
• Ensure price changes and adhoc spend are properly authorized.
• Perform monthly and quarterly reconciliations in line with the trade spend policy.
• Proactively manage open deductions in conjunction with the SSC team and ensure follow-up.

Controls & Compliance

• Ensure processes adhere to the trade spend policy
• Liaise with auditors and ensure proper documentation.

Experience you will bring:

• Qualified: CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent.
• Industry: FMCG or Retail experience preferred.

Skills & Behaviours you’ll need:

• Advanced Excel
• SAP (essential)
• BPC (desirable)
• Strong stakeholder management and analytical skills
• Problem-solving and handling difficult situations.
• High attention to detail and urgency.
• Deadline-driven and self-motivated.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive salary and great working environment

About us:

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.

This position is not available for relocation assistance and candidate must be eligible to work in the country of application

Inclusion & Diversity 

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.  

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.