Financial Lead

Recruiter:

CA Financial Appointments

Job Ref:

76065

Date posted:

Friday, May 22, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
A high-impact opportunity exists for a driven finance professional to operate at the intersection of

POSITION INFO:

A high-impact opportunity exists for a driven finance professional to operate at the intersection of Finance, Operations, and Technology within a fast-paced retail environment.

This role offers exposure beyond traditional finance, with a strong focus on transformation, automation, and strategic influence.

Why join this team?

Work in a dynamic retail environment with exposure to complex operations
Play a key role in shaping finance processes and operational decision-making
Gain early leadership responsibility and visibility with senior stakeholders
Contribute to projects, system implementations, and finance transformation initiatives
Be part of an environment embracing AI, automation, and continuous improvement

What you will be doing:

Financial Management & Reporting

Deliver management accounting and financial performance analysis
Manage monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
Monitor OPEX and perform detailed cost analysis
Oversee balance sheet integrity and financial controls
Manage property, fixed assets, and cash/banking processes

Leadership & Team Management

Lead and develop a team of approximately 15 across multiple finance functions
Drive coaching, performance management, and capability building
Build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Systems, Projects & Automation

Drive finance process automation initiatives
Support ERP optimisation and process simplification
Contribute to AI, reporting, and system transformation initiatives

What we are looking for:

Minimum requirements

CA(SA) newly qualified or with 2-3 years' experience, or alternative finance qualification such as CIMA with approximately 5 years' post-qualification experience
Strong financial and management accounting foundation
Advanced Excel and analytical capability

Advantageous

Retail industry experience
ERP exposure, preferably Sage X3
Power BI and reporting tools experience
Exposure to systems implementation, automation, or process improvement

Benefits and unique aspects:

Opportunity to build and improve finance processes rather than inherit them
Early leadership responsibility with a sizeable team
High visibility and direct exposure to senior leadership
Broad exposure across finance, operations, and technology
Involvement in AI adoption, automation, and system enhancement projects
Strong career growth pathway into broader finance leadership roles

Please note if you haven't heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. We'd still love to stay connected, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.

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