Head of Finance

Talent Shore; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global luxury automotive services company is seeking a Head of Finance to provide strategic oversight and drive financial planning. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to influence international expansion and work within a dynamic environment. Candidates should have extensive experience in financial leadership, particularly in high-growth sectors.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to work with a global luxury brand

Dynamic, high-performance environment

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in financial leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of international tax and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and delivery of financial reports.
• Drive financial controls and process optimisation.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes.

Skills

Financial Strategy

Stakeholder Management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Tax Compliance

Education

CA

ACCA

Tools

Xero

Job description

Job Description
Job Title: Head of Finance

Location: Fully Remote (South africa)

Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (UK Time)

Salary: R60,000 - R75,000 per month

About Our Client:

Our client is a global leader in luxury automotive services, renowned for delivering world-class detailing and paint protection film (PPF) solutions. With a reputation built on precision, innovation, and premium client experiences, they are expanding their operations and seeking a financial leader to support and drive their continued growth.

Job Description:

Our client is looking for a Head of Finance to join their expanding team. This is a pivotal role that demands expertise in financial strategy, reporting, compliance, and cross-border operations. The ideal candidate will provide strategic financial oversight, lead financial planning, and ensure robust financial controls are in place as the company scales, particularly into the Middle Eastern market.

• Lead the preparation and delivery of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports including P&L, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and forecasts.
• Deliver actionable financial insights to senior stakeholders, supporting strategic decision-making and long-term planning.
• Drive financial controls and process optimisation, implementing automation and ensuring audit readiness.
• Manage all budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business goals and liquidity needs.
• Handle VAT submissions and ensure tax compliance across all operating regions.
• Collaborate with local and international banks, auditors, and partners to streamline financial operations.
• Support international expansion efforts by providing robust financial modeling and scenario analysis, particularly for Saudi Arabia market entry.

Requirements

• 10-15 years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles, preferably within luxury, automotive, or high-growth environments
• Strong knowledge of international tax and compliance frameworks
• Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Experience working with accounting software such as Xero
• Professional qualification (CA, ACCA, or equivalent) preferred
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunity to work with a global luxury brand
• Strategic leadership role with influence over international expansion
• Dynamic, high-performance environment with future growth potential

NB: Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not received a response from the Talent Acquisition team within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.