Group Finance Manager

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 23 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reference: JHB003090-JK-1

Calling out for a Group Finance Manager in Sandton!

Duties & Responsibilities

This role sits at the centre of group-level financial oversight responsible for ensuring that the financial health of the organisation is accurately measured reported and translated into meaningful insights for leadership. It requires a technically strong Chartered Accountant who can move comfortably between detailed financial analysis compliance and high-level business interpretation. The role supports executive leadership with clear financial visibility across the group while maintaining strong governance and reporting standards.

The successful candidate will operate in a fast-paced environment where accuracy accountability and analytical thinking are essential. This position demands someone who can manage complex consolidations oversee financial reporting cycles and strengthen internal controls while also contributing to strategic financial planning. It offers significant exposure to executive leadership and the opportunity to influence financial processes systems and operational efficiencies across the group.

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Duties:

Financial Reporting & Consolidation

Prepare and review monthly management accounts and group reporting packs.
Consolidate financial results across the group and ensure accuracy of reporting.
Interpret financial results and provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
Review and sign off journals provisions and reconciliations.
Review general ledger reconciliations across head office and operational entities.
Prepare year-end financial reporting packs and support financial statement preparation.
Ensure compliance with accounting policies and financial reporting standards.

Governance Compliance & Internal Controls

Ensure compliance with IFRS accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
Support the implementation and maintenance of strong internal control frameworks.
Ensure financial governance standards are adhered to across the group.
Manage tax calculations and ensure compliance with relevant tax regulations.
Provide technical accounting support to Finance Heads within the group.

Financial Planning & Analysis

Review and analyse financial performance identifying opportunities for improvement.
Conduct financial analysis to support operational efficiency and cost reduction initiatives.
Assist with strategic financial planning and forecasting activities.
Support project financial analysis and validation of financial plans.

Treasury & Financial Management

Manage banking profiles and oversee treasury-related functions.
Review financial provisions and follow up on reconciling items.
Ensure financial resources are managed efficiently to support group operations.

Systems & Process Improvement

Assist with finance automation projects and system implementations.
Support implementation of financial reporting tools such as consolidation systems and Power BI.
Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiencies.

Job Experience & Skills Required:
Qualifications:

Matric (Grade 12)
CA(SA) qualification is essential.
Strong understanding of IFRS and South African financial reporting regulations.

Experience:

Minimum 5 years post-articles experience in a finance management group accountant or similar senior finance role.
Proven experience with group consolidations and financial reporting.
Strong exposure to budgeting forecasting and financial analysis.
Experience with tax calculations deferred tax and statutory compliance.
Exposure to corporate governance risk management and internal controls.
Experience working with large data sets and financial reporting systems.
Knowledge of hedging instruments such as FECs advantageous.
Exposure to import/export and VAT regulatory requirements beneficial.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong financial analysis and interpretation capability.
Advanced technical knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting standards.
Ability to manipulate and analyse large volumes of financial data accurately.
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong time management and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
High level of reliability integrity and confidentiality.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work independently while coordinating across multiple finance teams.
Strong business reporting and presentation skills.

If you have not had any response in two weeks please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

Package & Remuneration

R- R

Required Experience:

Manager

Reference: JHB003090-JK-1Calling out for a Group Finance Manager in Sandton!Duties & ResponsibilitiesThis role sits at the centre of group-level financial oversight responsible for ensuring that the financial health of the organisation is accurately measured reported and translated into meaningful i...