Financial Controller/Senior Financial Manager

Network Finance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking a CA(SA) with a strong property background to assume the role of Financial Controller / Senior Finance Manager. You will lead the finance function across multiple entities, ensure robust governance, and provide strategic financial insights to senior leadership.

The role requires extensive experience in property finance, including tenant billing, cash flow management, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification is essential.
• Minimum 10 years of finance experience.
• Property industry experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full finance function across multiple entities.
• Oversee month-, quarter-, and year-end reporting processes.

Skills

Financial leadership

Governance

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

People management

Education

CA(SA)

Tools

Property management accounting systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

An exciting opportunity has become available for a highly experienced CA(SA) to join a well-established organisation as a Financial Controller / Senior Finance Manager.

This role is ideal for a commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with operational excellence and leadership capability. Taking ownership of the finance function, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong governance frameworks, driving business performance, and supporting strategic decision‑making across a complex property portfolio.

Please note: Property industry experience is essential and non‑negotiable. Applications without property exposure will unfortunately not be considered.

This opportunity offers long-term stability, executive exposure, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to the growth and success of a dynamic business.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Lead and manage the full finance function across multiple entities.
• Oversee month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end reporting processes.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of financial information.
• Present meaningful financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Property Finance Management

• Oversee tenant billing, revenue management, and recoveries.
• Manage utility recoveries, municipal charges, and related reconciliations.
• Monitor arrears, collections, and customer account performance.
• Ensure accurate financial administration across the property portfolio.
• Drive efficiencies in property finance processes and reporting.

Cash Flow, Compliance & Controls

• Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury activities, and payment approvals.
• Oversee intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, taxation regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Maintain strong financial controls, governance frameworks, and risk management processes.
• Manage annual audits and liaise with external stakeholders where required.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
• Drive accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.
• Support succession planning and employee development initiatives.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, and excellence.

Strategic Business Support

• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term planning.
• Provide commercial insights to support growth and profitability.
• Evaluate business performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support strategic projects and business initiatives through financial analysis and modelling.

Requirements

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification (essential).

Experience

• Minimum 10 years' finance experience.
• Proven experience in a Financial Manager, Senior Finance Manager, or Financial Controller role.
• Property industry experience is essential.
• Strong exposure to:
  • Tenant billing and recoveries
  • Utility recoveries
  • Cash flow management
  • Financial reporting
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Multi‑entity structures
• Experience managing and leading finance teams.

Technical Skills

• Strong financial reporting and management accounting expertise.
• Advanced understanding of financial controls and governance.
• Experience working with property management accounting systems.
• Strong tax, audit, and compliance knowledge.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

What We're Looking For

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent commercial and operational acumen
• Advanced financial reporting expertise
• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• A proactive and solutions‑driven approach
• The ability to thrive in a fast‑paced and evolving environment

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced finance leader looking to take ownership of a sophisticated property finance function. You'll enjoy broad exposure across reporting, operations, leadership, governance, and strategic decision‑making while working closely with senior executives and key stakeholders.

If you're a CA(SA) with a strong property background and are looking for a long‑term leadership opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will remain on our database and may be considered for future suitable opportunities.