Financial Manager

An established company seeks a highly skilled Group Financial
Manager to join our dynamic team.
Reporting directly to the CEO, this role will oversee the full
financial function of a diverse group of companies.
The group operates across a variety of industries, including agriculture, factoring, trade and bridging finance, retail and
commercial property including a wine farm with restaurant.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the full accounting function for a multi-million-rand group of companies.
• Act as the key liaison between internal and external stakeholders: External stakeholders include Auditors, South African Reserve Bank (SARB), SARS, Banks, and other capital providers.
• Internal stakeholders include the Legal team, Executive team, IT, Finance, HR and heads of other departments.
• Prepare and analyse financial statements, management accounts, and cash flow reports.
• Drive business efficiencies and implement innovative tax-saving strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all SARS reporting and monthly VAT returns.
• Conduct credit approvals exceeding R10 million.
• Oversee risk management, strategic planning, and audit preparation.
• Work across multiple currencies and ensure accurate reporting in different currencies.
• Consolidate financial results across multiple entities for accurate group reporting.
• Drive automation of key functions within the Finance Department, working closely with the finance team and IT to streamline processes and improve efficiency.

• BCom or equivalent financial degree.
• Completed articles CA(SA) or CIMA qualification is a requirement.
• CA(SA) qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years in a senior financial management role within a large, multi-company environment.
• Proven track record managing a dynamic debtors book and delivering actionable financial insights.
• Familiarity with consolidating financial entities and multi-currency reporting.
• Demonstrated experience in automating financial processes and implementing systems improvements.
• Experience in bridging and/or trade finance is advantageous.
• Further training will be provided in areas with no previous experience.