Job Summary
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