Group Financial Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client is a prestigious, innovative, and leading manufacturing company committed to excellence. We are looking to hire a dynamic and detail-oriented Group Financial Manager with a specialization in Group Consolidations and Shared Services to join our 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 all intercompany 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.

Key Requirements:

- 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.