Finance Operations Leader for Global Construction Projects

Network2; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Network2 in South Africa seeks a Head: Finance Operations to lead the finance function across group entities and partner with Operations Directors and the CEO to drive financial performance.

Required are CA(SA), 6+ years post-articles, 4+ years leading a finance team, IFRS15 experience and construction/renewables exposure; responsibilities include budgeting, reporting, cashflow and compliance.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification is mandatory.
• Minimum 6 years post-articles experience.
• At least 4 years proven experience leading and managing a finance team.
• Strong construction/project environment experience.
• Experience across multiple entities and/or international operations.
• Strong IFRS15 knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of SA tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full financial accounting function across all group entities.
• Lead and develop the Debtors, Accounting and Creditors teams.
• Oversee monthly financial reporting, journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Act as a key finance partner in monthly project review meetings with Ops Directors, Country Managers and CEO.
• Drive budget vs forecast variance analysis, budgets and forecasts.
• Develop and maintain cashflow models and financial scenario planning.
• Oversee debtors, WIP and day-to-day financial follow-ups.
• Coordinate creditor payments and group-wide cashflow management.
• Review and approve creditor payments for group companies.
• Take responsibility for P&L performance across designated areas.
• Oversee group-wide financial aspects of asset management.
• Ensure compliance with financial legislation and reporting requirements.
• Provide guidance and leadership to junior finance professionals.
• Stay abreast of financial technology and identify improvements.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Analytical capability

Reporting skills

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Deadline management

Education

CA(SA)

Job description

Network2 in South Africa seeks a Head: Finance Operations to lead the finance function across group entities and partner with Operations Directors and the CEO to drive financial performance.

Required are CA(SA), 6+ years post-articles, 4+ years leading a finance team, IFRS15 experience and construction/renewables exposure; responsibilities include budgeting, reporting, cashflow and compliance.