Group Finance Executive

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR009610/Henda

Date posted:

Monday, May 4, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you a technically strong, commercially astute CA(SA) ready to step into a high-impact leadership role? We are seeking an exceptional Group Financial Executive to take ownership of group-wide financial reporting, governance, and strategic finance initiatives within a dynamic and evolving organisation.
This is more than a reporting role — it’s an opportunity to partner with senior leadership, influence decision-making at Board level, and play a key role in shaping the financial future of the business.

POSITION INFO:
What You’ll Be Responsible For
As the Group Financial Executive, you will operate at the heart of the organisation’s financial ecosystem:

Take full ownership of Group financial reporting, ensuring the integrity of the general ledger, management accounts, balance sheets, cash flow, budgets, and forecasts
Drive IFRS compliance, acting as the Group’s technical accounting expert and advisor
Lead and enhance the monthly reporting process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness
Partner closely with divisional and subsidiary finance teams to ensure alignment and reporting excellence
Oversee Board, Audit Committee, and Sub-Committee reporting packs, ensuring high-quality and timely submissions
Play a key role in SENS announcements, investor engagement, and analyst queries
Act as the primary liaison for external auditors, managing interim and year-end audit processes
Lead financial input into corporate actions, including acquisitions, disposals, restructures, and Purchase Price Allocations
Support Group Treasury with cash flow forecasting, dividend planning, and capital management
Oversee compliance with JSE and regulatory reporting requirements
Drive automation, system improvements, and process optimisation across Group Finance
Contribute to Integrated Reporting and ESG initiatives, including Social & Ethics responsibilities
Maintain governance frameworks such as Limits of Authority
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team
Act as a trusted deputy to the Group Financial Director

What We’re Looking For

CA(SA) qualification is essential
Minimum 10 years post-articles experience, with strong exposure to Group finance
Deep technical expertise in IFRS and financial reporting
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with Sage X3, Finnivo, or similar ERP/reporting systems
Proven ability to operate at a strategic and operational level
Strong commercial acumen and a holistic understanding of finance functions
Exceptional attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture
Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
Experience working across cross-functional teams in complex environments
A results-driven mindset with a passion for excellence and continuous improvement

Why This Opportunity?

High visibility role with direct exposure to Executive leadership and the Board
Opportunity to influence strategic decision-making and business direction
A platform to drive innovation, automation, and transformation in finance
Clear succession pathway as an understudy to the Group Financial Director

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