Exhibition Sales And Sponsorship

Reed Exhibitions (Pty) Ltd Company; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 80 000 - 150 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned finance and HR leader to drive strategic initiatives and ensure compliance with financial regulations. This role involves overseeing financial operations, managing a dedicated team, and aligning HR strategies with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial strategy, risk management, and talent development, with a strong focus on leadership and ethical standards. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise will contribute to the company's growth and success, while also navigating the complexities of compliance and governance. If you are ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in finance and HR functions.
• Expertise in IFRS, German GAAP, and corporate tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Develop HR strategies for recruitment, retention, and engagement.

Skills

Financial strategy

Leadership

Budgeting and forecasting

Financial analysis

Talent management

Employee relations

Compliance

Risk management

IFRS

German GAAP

Adaptability

Strategic thinking

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Financial Skills

• Financial strategy, leadership, budgeting and forecasting, financial analysis
• Compliance, risk management, IFRS and German GAAP, adaptability

HR Skills

• Talent management, employee relations, HR policies and compliance, team leadership

Compliance Responsibilities

• Maintain and update company policies to align with labour laws and corporate governance
• Oversee internal audits and legal compliance for financial and HR operations
• Ensure all company departments adhere to internal and external regulations

Key Responsibilities and KPIs

Finance and Accounting

• Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring that all financial strategies align with the company's performance goals.
• KPI: Accuracy and timeliness of reports, variance analysis, compliance with standards
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
• KPI: Budget adherence, forecast accuracy, cost-saving implementations
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to support ongoing business continuity.
• KPI: Cash flow accuracy, working capital ratio, Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
• Ensure tax compliance, regulatory adherence, and risk management.
• KPI: Audit findings, tax compliance, effectiveness of internal controls
• Oversee payroll operations and statutory reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance with tax regulations.
• KPI: On-time payroll disbursement, employee satisfaction, tax filing accuracy
• Work with other teams to align financial strategies with company goals.
• KPI: Success of interdepartmental projects, financial strategy alignment

Human Resources Management

• Develop HR strategies for recruitment, retention, and engagement.
• Oversee performance evaluations and talent development programs.
• KPI: Appraisal completion rates, employee improvement metrics
• Ensure alignment of HR policies with labour laws and best practices.
• KPI: Compliance audit results, policy effectiveness
• Mentor and lead HR and finance teams.
• KPI: Employee retention, training completion rates
• Drive HR strategies in alignment with company growth objectives.
• Ensure clear communication of HR policies and organisational changes.
• KPI: Employee awareness, change initiative transparency

The Successful Applicant

Requirements and Qualifications

Hard Skills

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration
• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in finance and HR functions
• Expertise in IFRS, German GAAP, and corporate tax compliance
• Experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and financial restructuring
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP
• Proven HR leadership experience, including performance management and talent acquisition
• Experience in internal and external audits

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
• High ethical standards with a focus on integrity and compliance
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced business environment
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Additional Considerations

• Availability to travel locally and internationally as required
• Willingness to work overtime during financial year-end and critical business events
• Experience with year-end financial processes and statutory audits

What's on Offer

Work Environment and Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Managing Director (MD)
• Direct reports: Leads a finance team of 3-4 employees.
• Stakeholders and Peers: Works closely with finance and HR colleagues at HQ. Engages with external payroll and tax specialists.