Group Finance Manager

Two Roads Trading; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational organization in South Africa is seeking an exceptional Group Finance Manager to lead financial operations across 9 entities. This role involves overseeing financial reporting, strategic planning, and compliance while partnering with executive leadership. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of progressive finance experience and a professional accounting qualification. This role offers an opportunity to significantly impact financial excellence across the group.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of progressive finance experience with 4-5 years at senior management level.
• Proven track record managing multi-entity financial operations.
• Expert knowledge of IFRS / GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee consolidated financial reporting and management accounts across all entities.
• Partner with executive leadership for strategic decision-making.
• Manage inter-company transactions and ensure compliance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Analytical excellence

Communication

Organizational agility

Change management

Education

Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA)

Bachelor's degree in finance or related field

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)

Consolidation software (OneStream, SAP BPC, Hyperion)

Advanced Excel

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an exceptional Group Finance Manager to lead financial operations across our organization of 9 independent entities.

This is a high-impact strategic role where you'll partner with executive leadership to drive financial excellence, implement group-wide standards, and provide insights that shape our business decisions.

If you thrive in complex, multi-entity environments and want to make a significant impact, this is your opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership

• Oversee consolidated financial reporting and management accounts across all 9 entities
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning processes
• Ensure compliance with IFRS / GAAP and regulatory requirements across all jurisdictions
• Drive month‑end and year‑end close procedures with accuracy and efficiency

Strategic Impact

• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights for strategic decision‑making
• Conduct financial modeling and scenario analysis to support business growth initiatives
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and revenue enhancement across the group
• Lead financial due diligence for acquisitions, mergers, and strategic investments

Multi‑Entity Coordination

• Manage inter‑company transactions, eliminations, and complex reconciliations
• Implement standardized financial policies, procedures, and controls across all entities
• Drive group‑wide financial systems implementation and technology solutions
• Build strong relationships with finance teams across the organization

Team Development

• Lead and mentor a high‑performing finance team
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
• Drive capability building and knowledge sharing across entities

Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field or higher
• 8‑10 years of progressive finance experience with 4‑5 years at senior management level
• Proven track record managing multi‑entity financial operations and consolidations
• Expert knowledge of IFRS / GAAP and financial reporting standards

Technical Excellence

• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
• Expert‑level Excel and financial modeling skills
• Experience with consolidation software (OneStream, SAP BPC, Hyperion, etc.)
• Strong understanding of tax, treasury, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking – Translate complex financial data into actionable business insights
• Leadership – Influence at executive level and drive change across diverse entities
• Analytical excellence – Exceptional problem‑solving with meticulous attention to detail
• Communication – Present complex financial information clearly to all stakeholders
• Organizational agility – Manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong change management capabilities