Chief Financial Officer : Offshore Investments

TAC Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Stellenbosch is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee all financial operations. Key responsibilities include managing budgets, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should hold a CA (SA) or equivalent with 4-5 years of senior financial management experience. Excellent analytical skills and experience in diverse financial portfolios are essential.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of progressively senior financial management experience.
• Experience in overseeing financial operations in diverse portfolios.
• Ability to translate complex financial information into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations within the division.
• Review and approve IAS and BAS reports for compliance.
• Lead the preparation of Annual Financial Statements.
• Manage and monitor tax computations and returns.
• Perform in-depth financial analysis to drive decision-making.

Skills

Financial operations oversight

Financial modelling

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Education

CA (SA) or equivalent qualification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations within the division, providing strategic guidance to ensure financial sustainability and alignment with overall business goals.
• Review, approve, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of IAS, BAS reports, and other statutory reporting requirements, ensuring timely submission to the Australian Taxation Office.
• Lead the process of importing and managing budgets, revised forecasts, and long-term financial plans into Xero, ensuring alignment with business objectives and accurate financial modelling.
• Lead the preparation, review, and finalisation of the Annual Financial Statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Oversee tax computations, tax return preparations, and ensure adherence to both local and international tax regulations, while managing and monitoring all tax-related matters for the business.
• Supervise the preparation, analysis, and review of monthly and quarterly management accounts, ensuring accurate reporting of financial performance to Executives and stakeholders.
• Prepare and present annual board meeting packs, financial reports, and related documentation, ensuring that all board decisions are supported by clear, concise financial data and analysis.
• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of financial systems, ensuring systems support the company's evolving financial needs.
• Oversee the preparation and review of loan statements and schedules, ensuring accurate debt management and reporting, while maintaining a focus on liquidity and cash flow management.
• Perform in-depth financial analysis, including actual vs. forecast comparisons, variance analysis, and identifying financial trends to drive decision-making and optimise business performance.
• Provide financial insight and advice to the executive team, key stakeholders, and investors, ensuring that financial data supports strategic business decisions.
• Ensure efficient operation of the finance team.

Requirements

• CA (SA) or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 4-5 years of progressively senior financial management experience.
• Experience in overseeing financial operations in a diverse portfolio, including agricultural investments and international ventures.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insights.