Group Financial Manager

SUMMARY:
A proudly South African group of companies with diverse interests across key sectors is seeking a dynamic and highly experienced Group Financial Manager to join their leadership team.

POSITION INFO:
This role is ideal for a technically strong CA(SA) with a proven track record in strategic financial leadership, reporting excellence, and commercial insight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the group’s financial operations, ensuring sound governance and compliance across all business units.
• Prepare and review monthly consolidated Income Statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow Statements.
• Oversee and manage external audit processes with a sharp eye on timelines, accuracy, and quality.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting processes across multiple entities with large-scale operations.
• Provide expert guidance on tax planning and compliance, including accurate tax calculations and submissions.
• Drive process improvements and automation within the finance function to enhance reporting and operational efficiency.
• Mentor and lead a high-performing finance team to ensure strategic alignment and performance delivery.

• CA(SA) qualification (non-negotiable).
• A minimum of 10 years post-article experience, preferably in a large-scale business.
• Sector experience in Real Estate, Fintech, or Retail is highly preferred.
• Strong technical accounting and IFRS knowledge.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, audits, and consolidations.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with previous management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate tax regulations and tax strategy.
• Must reside within or close to the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town.