An exciting opportunity has become available for a highly experienced CA(SA) to step into an Interim Financial Controller / Senior Finance Manager position within a well-established property environment.

This role requires a seasoned finance leader who can provide stability, maintain operational continuity, and ensure strong financial governance during a key transition period. The successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, manage an established finance team, and oversee the financial operations of a multi-entity property portfolio.

Please note: Property industry experience is essential and non-negotiable. Applications without property sector exposure will unfortunately not be considered.

This is a hands-on role suited to a finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial acumen and proven leadership ability.

Contract Overview

• Immediate start preferred.
• Fixed-term contract which can become permanent.
• Full-time, office-based position.
• Reporting directly to senior leadership.
• Responsible for ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Lead and manage the full finance function across multiple entities.
• Oversee month-end reporting processes and financial close activities.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of financial information.
• Provide meaningful financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Property Finance Management

• Oversee tenant billing and revenue management processes.
• Manage utility recoveries, cost recoveries, and related reconciliations.
• Monitor arrears, collections, and customer account balances.
• Ensure the accurate financial administration of property-related transactions.
• Support the management of a complex property portfolio from a finance perspective.

Cash Flow, Compliance & Controls

• Manage cash flow planning, treasury activities, and payment approvals.
• Oversee intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Maintain strong financial controls and governance frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with taxation, statutory, and financial reporting requirements.
• Support audit processes and regulatory engagements.

Team Leadership & Transition Management

• Lead, mentor, and support an established finance team.
• Maintain operational stability throughout the transition period.
• Document key finance processes and ensure effective knowledge transfer.
• Support the onboarding and handover to the permanent finance lead.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification (essential).

Experience

• Minimum 8 years' finance experience.
• Proven experience leading a finance function in a Financial Manager or Financial Controller capacity.
• Property industry experience is essential (non-negotiable).
• Strong understanding of:
  • Tenant billing
  • Utility recoveries
  • Arrears management
  • Cash flow management
  • Financial reporting
  • Multi-entity finance environments
• Experience working within large property portfolios will be highly advantageous.
• Previous interim, transitional, or turnaround experience will be beneficial.

Technical Skills

• Strong financial reporting and management accounting expertise.
• Advanced knowledge of financial controls and governance.
• Experience with property management accounting systems.
• Excellent reconciliation and cash flow management capabilities.
• Strong understanding of taxation and compliance requirements.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
• Strong commercial and operational acumen.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong process improvement and documentation skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Sound judgement, problem-solving ability, and decision-making capability.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established property business in a highly visible leadership role. You'll play a critical part in maintaining stability, supporting business continuity, and ensuring a successful transition while partnering closely with senior leadership.
If you're an experienced CA(SA) with a strong property background and are available for an exciting contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Today!

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• Property Finance Professionals
• Group Finance
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Claire Gill
Recruitment Consultant
? claire@networkrecruitment.co.za

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