Finance DIrector

Energy At Work; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent finance organization in Johannesburg is seeking a Finance Director to lead the financial strategy and oversee budgeting and reporting. The ideal candidate will have a CA(SA) qualification and over 5 years of experience in a similar role. This role offers a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to work in a high-impact environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Collaborative executive environment

Strategic leadership role

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a Finance Director role.
• Solid understanding of IFRS, financial controls, and risk management.
• Experience in Fund Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance analysis.
• Provide strategic insights to support growth and investment decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial decision-making

Communication

Leadership

MS Office skills

Education

CA(SA)

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of financial strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and performance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax laws, and South African financial regulations.
• Manage risk, internal controls, audits, and financial governance processes.
• Provide strategic insights to support growth, investment, and business decisions.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Engage with actuaries on insurance product performance.
• Participate in board, executive, and insurance fund committees.

Experience & Skills Required

• CA(SA)
• 5+ years in a Finance Director role.
• Strong analytical and commercial decision-making skills.
• Solid understanding of IFRS, financial controls, and risk management.
• Experience with financial systems and strong MS Office skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment.
• Experience in Fund Management.

What We Offer

• Strategic leadership role in a high-impact division.
• Collaborative executive environment.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits.