Senior Finance Leadership: Group Reporting, Governance & Strategic Finance

Oasis Crescent; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Oasis Crescent invites a highly capable CA(SA) to join our high-performing financial services team. This strategically significant role rewards technical excellence with commercial insight in a high-accountability, values-driven environment.

The ideal candidate trained at a large audit firm, from a top-tier institution, and has a track record delivering quality outcomes in high-stakes environments. IFRS, financial reporting, and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered CA (SA) having passed the Board Exams on 1st attempt.
• Good working knowledge on Accounting Packages (Pastel, Oracle, Caseware, MDA, etc.)
• Masters in Business Administration, Taxation or Accounting is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years post articles experience.
• Experience in financial services, audit, investment, or transaction advisory roles is preferred.
• Strong technical grounding in IFRS, financial reporting and analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, high integrity and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and execution of the firm’s financial strategy and reporting function.
• Deliver high quality financial and management reports to support business insight and decision-making.
• Prepare, review, and analyse financial statements ensuring IFRS compliance.
• Collaborate with investment, compliance and operations teams to align reporting with performance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and scenario modelling for internal planning.
• Drive continuous improvement in controls, systems and reporting processes.
• Ensure compliance with tax, audit and regulatory obligations.
• Participate in or lead special projects such as M&A, valuations, due diligence or strategic reviews.
• Contribute to a culture of excellence, integrity and accountability.

Skills

IFRS

Financial reporting

Excel

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

Masters in Business Administration

Masters in Taxation

Masters in Accounting

Tools

Pastel

Oracle

Caseware

MDA

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional CA(SA) to join our high-performing financial services team. This is a strategically significant role suited to an individual who combines technical excellence with commercial insight and thrives in a high-accountability, values-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has trained at a large audit firm, comes from a top-tier academic institution, and has a proven track record of delivering quality outcomes in high-stakes environments. Experience in financial services, asset management, investment reporting, or transaction support will be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of the firm’s financial strategy and reporting function
• Deliver high-quality financial and management reports that support business insight and decision-making
• Prepare, review, and analyse financial statements and ensure full compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements
• Work closely with investment, compliance, and operations teams to align financial reporting with business performance
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling for internal strategic planning
• Drive continuous improvement in controls, systems, and reporting processes
• Ensure compliance with tax, audit, and regulatory obligations
• Participate in or lead special projects such as M&A, valuations, due diligence, or strategic financial reviews
• Contribute to a culture of excellence, integrity, and ethical accountability

Qualification and Experience

• Registered CA (SA) having passed the Board Exams on 1st attempt.
• Good working knowledge on Accounting Package (Pastel, Oracle, Caseware, MDA etc)
• A Masters in Business Administration, Masters in Taxation or Masters in Accounting would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years post articles experience.
• Experience in financial services, audit, investment, or transaction advisory roles preferred.
• Strong technical grounding in IFRS, financial reporting, and analysis
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet demanding deadlines
• Strong Excel skills; exposure to financial systems, modelling or BI tools is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsHigh level of integrity, discretion, and ethical responsibility
• Ambitious, intellectually curious, and committed to delivering high-quality work
• Value a high-performance culture grounded in trust, ethics, and accountability
• Has a growth mindset, and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Commercially aware and eager to play a role in shaping financial strategy and outcomes
• Career impact: Be part of a high-caliber team where your contribution influences strategy, performance, and growth
• Ethical foundation: Join a firm with strong values and a commitment to long-term value creation
• Professional growth: Gain exposure to complex financial operations, strategic projects, and industry-leading best practices
• Competitive rewards: Receive a remuneration package that reflects your expertise and contribution

We value diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment where high-performing professionals from all backgrounds can thrive.