Group Finance & Digital Transformation Lead
Abantu Staffing Solutions
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Job summary
Abantu Staffing Solutions is seeking a Group Financial Manager to lead group-level financial management and governance within a forward-thinking FMCG manufacturing client. You will drive procurement strategy, ERP optimisation, and AI-enabled process improvements while reporting to the CFO and guiding strategic growth initiatives.
Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in finance leadership, a CA(SA) or AGA background, and strong IFRS, tax, and governance knowledge, with experience across multi-entity
Qualifications
- Completed BCom / BCompt and SAICA articles.
- Registered CA (SA) preferred / AGA (SA) essential.
- 7+ years' experience in financial management, ideally in manufacturing, FMCG, or multi-entity groups.
- Proven experience in procurement, legal/commercial contracts, and finance automation.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax, corporate governance, and procurement best practices.
- Experience with ERP systems, automation tools, and AI-driven process improvement.
Responsibilities
- Lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and treasury management.
- Ensure statutory compliance with IFRS, tax, labour laws, and corporate governance.
- Oversee procurement strategy, supplier relationships, and cost optimisation.
- Drive digital transformation, ERP optimisation, automation, and AI initiatives.
- Provide strategic financial insight to support investment decisions, growth, and profitability.
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Job description
Abantu Staffing Solutions is seeking a Group Financial Manager to lead group-level financial management and governance within a forward-thinking FMCG manufacturing client. You will drive procurement strategy, ERP optimisation, and AI-enabled process improvements while reporting to the CFO and guiding strategic growth initiatives.
Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in finance leadership, a CA(SA) or AGA background, and strong IFRS, tax, and governance knowledge, with experience across multi-entity
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