Group Finance Manager

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 850 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established financial services group is seeking an experienced Group Finance Manager to oversee financial management across multiple entities. This role requires a Chartered Accountant with at least 5 years of experience in a senior role. The manager will lead a team of 17 and ensure compliance with various regulatory bodies while driving efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ post-articles experience in a senior group finance or financial management role.
• Experience with group consolidations, audit management, and multi-entity reporting.
• Sound understanding of relevant financial legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the finance functions of 11 group entities.
• Lead annual audits ensuring timely completion.
• Manage cashflows and funding requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.
• Implement financial policies to streamline operations.

Skills

Technical accounting and compliance knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

BCom (Hons) in Accounting / Equivalent degree

Registered Chartered Accountant (SA)

Tools

Sage Intacct Accounting

Pastel Payroll & HR (2024)

Microsoft Office

Job description

A 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.

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. This position requires a hands‑on leader who can drive efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement within the finance function while managing and developing a large team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the finance functions of 11 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 17 employees, including performance management, training, and succession planning.
• Oversee payroll, third‑party collections, disbursements, and insurance reporting (bordereaux and quarterly submissions).
• 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 (2024)
• 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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Angelique Jardim

Specialist Recruitment Consultant