Senior Technical Finance Specialist

SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Technical Finance Specialist to join our growing finance team. This role is ideal for a finance professional with strong technical accounting expertise, advanced financial analysis skills, and the ability to support strategic business decisions in a fast-paced environment.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP standards, tax regulations, and internal financial policies.
• Lead technical accounting assessments and implementation of new accounting standards.
• Support internal and external audit processes.

Financial Analysis & Strategic Support

• Conduct detailed financial analysis and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
• Develop forecasts, budgets, and financial models to support strategic planning.
• Monitor financial performance, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions.
• Analyze business performance trends and operational efficiencies.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Support finance system enhancements, automation, and ERP optimization.
• Improve financial controls, reporting accuracy, and process efficiencies.
• Collaborate with IT and operational teams to streamline reporting processes.

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with business units to provide financial guidance and commercial insights.
• Present financial findings and recommendations to executives and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior finance staff and support team development initiatives.

Requirements

Qualifications

• A degree (NQF Level 7 or higher) in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Management, Development Finance, or a related field.
• CFA, CA(SA), MBA (Finance/Strategy)

Experience.

• Cluding appraisal and closing of complex transactions
• Strong understanding of IFRS/GAAP and financial compliance requirements.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or NetSuite.
• Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.

Skills

• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail and strong commercial acumen.