COST & PROFITABILITY ANALYST (TECH INDUSTRY) - CENTURY CITY & HYBRID

Job Description COST & PROFITABILITY ANALYST (TECH INDUSTRY) - CENTURY CITY, CAPE TOWN - HYBRID AVAILABLE An exciting opportunity has opened up for a finance professional with strong analytical instincts to join a dynamic team within a fast-paced, high-volume environment based in Century City. This role is ideally suited to someone who thrives on digging into the numbers, identifying cost efficiencies, and contributing to business growth through solid financial insight. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining cost models, financial reports, and profitability analysis, supporting decision-making across multiple departments. You’ll play a key role in tracking margins, forecasting performance, and ensuring accurate cost allocations — helping the business remain both competitive and profitable. What You'll Gain: Competitive package with hybrid work flexibility Exposure to a growing business with a national footprint and ambitious goals. Opportunity to work closely with commercial, operations and executive teams. A hands-on role where your insights will directly impact profitability and strategic decisions. A workplace that encourages curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement. Key Areas of Responsibility: Performance Reporting : Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports on revenue, activity levels, profitability, and other key commercial metrics. Inventory and Asset Tracking : Monitor hardware movement, reconcile stock, and manage amortisation schedules. Margin and Cost Analysis : Review supplier pricing, customer rates, and internal cost structures to ensure profitability is accurately tracked and reported. Forecasting and Budget Support : Assist with cost modelling, variance analysis, budget reviews, and regular forecasting cycles. Commission and Billing Oversight : Support monthly calculations for invoicing and performance-based earnings. Commercial Modelling : Develop data models and scenario simulations to support business planning and operational decisions. Requirements Postgraduate accounting/finance degree or equivalent qualification. 2–4 years’ experience in financial analysis, cost accounting, or a related role. Confidence in working with large data sets and building models to support commercial decision-making. High-level Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, complex formulas); familiarity with Power BI or similar tools is a bonus. A keen eye for detail and the ability to spot trends, anomalies, and opportunities. Benefits Competitive package with hybrid work flexibility Exposure to a growing business with a national footprint and ambitious goals. Opportunity to work closely with commercial, operations and executive teams. A hands-on role where your insights will directly impact profitability and strategic decisions. A workplace that encourages curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement.