Group Financial Manager

SUMMARY:
Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a hire a Group Financial Manager based at the client in Goodwood.

POSITION INFO:

Duties:

• 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 analyze 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 [TM1].
  
• 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.
  

Requirements:

• 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.
  
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
  
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required
  
• Expertise in interpreting, analyzing, and reporting on financial data.
  
• Advanced proficiency in Sage AccPac or similar accounting software.
  
• A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.
  
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of responsibilities and deliver results.
  
• Ensure all deliverable timelines are met.