Group Financial Manager

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

My client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Group Finance Manager to lead and manage the financial function across a group of companies. This role requires a strong leader who can oversee accounting operations, drive reporting excellence, and ensure the integrity of financial data across the group.

Duties include:

• Lead and manage the accounting team, ensuring high performance and accountability
• Oversee and collaborate with Financial Controller
• Take ownership of the monthly reporting process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Review month-end reconciliations and work prepared by finance staff
• Act as the primary lead for external audits, including reviewing work prepared by accountants and managing the audit process end-to-end
• Serve as the main point of contact with banks, including:
  o Signing financial documentation / Reviewing and approving management reports submitted to banks
• Drive continuous improvement of financial processes and controls
• Work closely with the Financial Controller to develop and enhance reporting structures across different divisions
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of core financial data, including asset registers and underlying accounting records

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 8+ years’ experience in a Finance Manager or similar role
• CA(SA) or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience managing finance functions across a group of 15+ companies
• Strong experience with consolidated financial reporting
• Advanced Excel skills (non-negotiable)
• Experience with modern online accounting / ERP systems such as: Zoho Books, Xero or Sage Intacct
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and working with remote stakeholders