Group Financial Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client is a prestigious, innovative, and leading manufacturing company committed to excellence. They are looking to hire a dynamic and detail-oriented Group Financial Manager, with a specialization in group consolidations and Shared Services, to join their talented finance team.

POSITION INFO:
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing group finance operations within a large, complex organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the group consolidation process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting for the entire organization.
• Oversee the preparation of consolidated financial statements in line with IFRS and group policies.
• Manage the group’s Shared Services function, streamlining processes, ensuring efficiency, and driving continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax regulations, and internal control frameworks.
• Partner with senior management in the preparation of forecasts, budgets, and financial plans for the group.
• Perform in-depth analysis of financial performance across subsidiaries, providing insights and recommendations to optimize financial performance.
• Lead the monthly and year-end closing processes, ensuring that all inter-company transactions are reconciled and adjustments are made.
• Drive the implementation and maintenance of group-wide finance systems and best practices to standardize processes.
• Liaise with Auditors, Tax Consultants, and other third parties to facilitate smooth audits and resolve any issues.
• Develop, mentor, and manage a high-performing finance team.

• CA(SA).
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in group finance, with a focus on group consolidations and Shared Services, in a manufacturing or large corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, group reporting, and international accounting standards.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex consolidation processes across multiple subsidiaries.
• Proficiency in financial software systems and ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and provide practical solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across different functions.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a finance team.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.