Group Financial Manager

Pillango Placements; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a solid background in financial management, with a focus on contributing to business growth. This is a remote position requiring occasional travel to Johannesburg.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in Accounting.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in financial management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations including reporting, compliance, and cash flow.
• Lead and manage finance teams across multiple units.
• Support strategic planning and business growth initiatives.

Skills

Financial Reporting Standards

Leadership

Team Management

Tax Knowledge

Operational Efficiency

Education

Relevant Accounting Qualifications

Job description

The role entails full oversight of the financial function across the group, including the management and development of finance teams. The ideal candidate will bring strategic insight, operational efficiency, and strong leadership to support the continued growth of this dynamic business.

This is a predominantly remote position with occasional in-person requirements. The successful candidate should ideally be based in Johannesburg or be willing to travel to Johannesburg (West Rand) and other branches, if and when required.

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee all financial operations, including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and cash flow management.
• Consolidate group financials and prepare management reports for executive decision-making.
• Lead, mentor, and manage finance staff across multiple business units.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and financial institutions.
• Support strategic planning and contribute to business growth initiatives.

Requirements :

• Relevant Accounting qualifications preferably professionally qualified.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role, ideally within FMCG or distribution environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting standards, tax, and consolidation.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Comfortable with remote work and flexible to travel when required.

The salary bracket for the role is around R80k - R100k CTC p / m. Note that it is the client's prerogative, regardless of advertised package, to offer a market related salary considering the candidate's qualifications, skills, and level of experience.