Group Finance Manager

Network Finance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established financial services group in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Group Finance Manager to oversee financial management across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Accountant with a strong technical background, capable of leading a team and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role promises significant responsibilities in financial reporting, audit coordination, and governance, along with competitive remuneration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' post-articles experience in a senior group finance or financial management role.
• Experience with group consolidations and audit management.
• Sound understanding of relevant South African tax laws and the Companies Act.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting and compliance for multiple entities.
• Manage cashflows and relationships with banks.
• Lead annual audits and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Leadership skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

BCom (Hons) in Accounting or Equivalent

Registered Chartered Accountant (SA)

Tools

Sage Intacct Accounting

Pastel Payroll & HR

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Reference : NFR

• Angie-1A well-established financial services group is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Group Finance Manager to oversee the full financial management and compliance function across multiple entities.

This role is ideal for a technically strong Chartered Accountant who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys managing teams, and ensures excellence in financial governance, reporting, and regulatory adherence.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will take ownership of group-wide financial reporting, audit coordination, statutory and regulatory submissions (SARS, NCR, FSCA, FIC, CIPC), as well as cashflow management, business analytics, and the implementation of robust financial controls.

• Oversee the finance functions of 9 group entities, including full accounting processes up to Annual Financial Statements.
• Lead annual audits, ensuring timely completion and accurate group consolidations.
• Review monthly management accounts, journals, general ledgers, cashbooks, and payroll submissions.
• Manage cashflows, funding requirements, and relationships with banks, ensuring financial sustainability and covenant compliance.
• Oversee tax and statutory submissions, including Income Tax, Provisional Tax, VAT, DWT, and CIPC filings.
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory bodies such as the NCR, FSCA, and FIC, and maintain timely submission of required returns.
• Implement and refine financial policies, procedures, and workflows to streamline operations and reduce manual processes.
• Manage and develop a finance team of 15 employees, including performance management, training, and succession planning.
• Oversee payroll, third-party collections, disbursements, and insurance reporting (bordereaux and quarterly submissions).

Key Responsibilities

Provide analytical and strategic insights through business reporting and data-driven decision support.

Support special projects and ad hoc requests from senior management and external stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience

• BCom (Hons) in Accounting / Equivalent degree or diploma (essential)
• Registered Chartered Accountant (SA)
• Minimum 5 years' post-articles experience in a senior group finance or financial management role
• Proficiency in Sage Intacct Accounting and Pastel Payroll & HR
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook)
• Experience with group consolidations, audit management, and multi-entity reporting
• Sound understanding of the Companies Act, Income Tax Act, VAT Act, National Credit Act, and Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS) Act

Key Competencies

• Strong technical accounting and compliance knowledge
• Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills
• Analytical thinker with a structured and process-driven approach
• High attention to detail and accuracy under pressure
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Proactive, adaptable, and committed to operational excellence

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