Group Financial Manager (CA(SA), ACCA, or equivalent)

Recruiter:

Merand Corbett & Associates

Job Ref:

CPT001871/CW

Date posted:

Saturday, May 3, 2025

Location:

Stellenbosch, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A dynamic fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) and Liquor distribution business operating across Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia, and Eswatini is looking for a highly capable Group Finance Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environments and is willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done.

POSITION INFO:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Payroll Management

Oversee and ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for all BLNE countries.
Ensure full statutory compliance with each country’s labour and tax laws.
Administration of provident/pension funds.

Group Compliance & Statutory Reporting

Act as primary liaison with Revenue Authorities and Banks across the BLNE region.
Ensure full compliance with local regulations and Group policies.
Maintain statutory registers, company records, and secretarial documentation.

Financial Accounting and GL Reconciliations

Ensure accurate and timely General Ledger reconciliations across entities.
Prepared to be hands on with the reconciliation of all accounts.
Maintain integrity of financial records and internal controls.

Consolidation & Reporting

Perform monthly group consolidation using the CA&S Group reporting platform.
Prepare and submit management reports and variance analysis on a timely basis.
Preparation of Budget templates and consolidation of feedback.

Audit & Compliance

Coordinate interim and year-end external audits for all BLNE entities.
Address audit queries and ensure timely closure of findings.

Technical Accounting & IFRS

Perform complex IFRS calculations and journal entries, including IFRS 16 lease accounting.
Keep up to date with changing IFRS standards and CA&S Group accounting policies.

Risk Management & Insurance

Coordinate risk assessments and ensure adequate risk mitigation strategies are in place.

ESG Reporting

Coordinate and submit Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) data and reports to Group.
Support internal initiatives to improve ESG performance across the business.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

CA(SA), ACCA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
Minimum 5–7 years of post-articles experience in a group finance role, preferably in FMCG or Liquor distribution.
Proven experience with group consolidations, IFRS compliance, and audit coordination.
Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and tax legislation across BLNE countries.

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

Hands-on, can-do attitude – willing to get into the detail and work without a large support team.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across different jurisdictions.
Proficient in Excel and financial systems; experience with consolidation/reporting platforms advantageous.

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