Group Finance Manager CA (SA)

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Chartered Accountant | Services Sector | Pretoria-Based

As a recruitment consultant with a passion for connecting high-calibre professionals with purpose-driven organisations, I am currently representing a respected and well-established independent group of schools. The employer is seeking to appoint an experienced and strategic Group Finance Manager to lead and evolve their financial operations across multiple campuses.

This is a pivotal role for a qualified Chartered Accountant (SA) who thrives in service-based environments and understands the intricacies of multi-entity financial management. If you’re looking to make a meaningful contribution in a values-driven environment that blends financial leadership with long-term impact—this could be your next move.

About the Role

As Group Finance Manager, you will take charge of the overall financial stewardship of the group, providing strategic oversight and operational execution across budgeting, compliance, forecasting, risk mitigation, and reporting. This is a leadership role with both technical depth and business influence.

Key Focus Areas

• Financial Leadership: Develop and implement financial strategies that support the group’s growth and sustainability objectives.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure full adherence to financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal policies.
• Budgeting & Reporting: Oversee the preparation and tracking of annual budgets, monthly management reports, and variance analyses across campuses.
• Risk & Cost Control: Drive process efficiency, cost management, and risk mitigation measures.
• Audit & Assurance: Serve as key liaison with external auditors and regulatory bodies, maintaining a strong internal control environment.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor the finance team, embedding a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with the executive and operational teams to enhance financial decision-making and long-term planning.

What My Client is Looking For

• CA(SA) qualification is non-negotiable
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-articles experience in a senior financial management role, ideally within a services-based industry
• Proven ability to lead teams and implement financial systems/process improvements
• Experience within education or multi-site organisations will be advantageous
• Familiarity with Sage One or similar financial platforms is a plus

The position

• Full-time, permanent role based at the employer’s head office in Pretoria
• National travel to campuses as required
• Report directly to the Chief Operating Officer
• Join a purpose-led institution committed to financial sustainability and educational impact

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The employer supports transformation and aligns with POPIA requirements.