Finance Director

Hallidays HR Limited; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent HR consultancy in South Africa seeks a Finance Director to provide strategic financial leadership and ensure effective financial management. Responsibilities include developing financial strategy, overseeing budgeting, and managing financial compliance. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in senior finance roles, a relevant degree, and strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills. This role provides a vital opportunity to shape the financial future of the organization.

Qualifications

• Extensive senior leadership experience in a finance role.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting, governance, and compliance.
• Proven experience working at Board level and influencing senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance function ensuring high standards.
• Develop and implement financial strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Provide strategic financial advice to the Board.
• Oversee budget, forecasting, and performance management.
• Ensure accurate financial statements and compliance with standards.
• Manage cash flow and banking relationships.
• Lead external audit processes and risk management.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Leadership skills

Analytical capabilities

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

Location: North West

Job Summary

The Finance Director is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership to the organisation and ensuring effective financial management, governance and control. As a key member of the executive leadership team, the Finance Director supports the development and delivery of the organisation’s strategy, drives financial performance and safeguards the organisation’s long-term financial sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring high standards of financial management and governance
• Develop and implement the organisation’s financial strategy in line with overall business objectives
• Provide strategic financial advice and insight to the Board and executive leadership team
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, long-term financial planning and performance management
• Ensure the production of accurate, timely management accounts and statutory financial statements
• Maintain compliance with UK accounting standards, tax legislation and regulatory requirements
• Oversee cash flow, treasury management, funding arrangements and banking relationships
• Lead mergers, acquisitions, disposals and investment appraisal activities, where applicable
• Identify and manage financial risks, ensuring appropriate controls and mitigation strategies are in place
• Lead the external audit process and manage relationships with auditors, advisers and regulators
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes and controls
• Support business growth, transformation and change initiatives
• May require additional hours during critical reporting, transaction and strategic planning periods

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Extensive senior leadership experience in a finance role
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting, governance and compliance
• Proven experience working at Board level and influencing senior stakeholders

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic and commercial mindset with strong business acumen
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities
• Excellent communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence, challenge and provide constructive oversight at Board level
• High levels of integrity, professionalism and accountability

If you are interested in this role, please contact us to discuss further.