Group Financial Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Group Financial Manager for a fully remote role. You will lead consolidation, group planning, internal controls, treasury, and strategic financial initiatives across a multinational group.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Finance or Accounting with a professional designation and 10+ years in finance, including senior group roles. Remote leadership and strong analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Professional accounting designation (CA(SA), CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is mandatory.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting.
• At least 5 years in a senior group financial management role.
• Experience managing finances for a multinational group or conglomerate.
• Expertise in IFRS, consolidation, tax, and treasury management.
• Proven ability to lead and manage remote teams effectively.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytics, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, ERP systems, and BI tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee consolidation of financial statements for the entire group with IFRS compliance.
• Lead group-level financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Develop and implement group-wide financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Manage treasury functions, including cash flow forecasting, FX management, and banking relationships.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide strategic insights to the executive board.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements across jurisdictions.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulators.
• Drive financial system improvements and best-practice implementations across subsidiaries.
• Manage and mentor a remote finance team, fostering excellence.
• Evaluate mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic financial initiatives.

Skills

Group financial management

IFRS

Multinational experience

Remote leadership

Financial modeling

ERP systems

BI tools

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

BI tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding international conglomerate, is seeking a seasoned Group Financial Manager for a fully remote position. This executive-level role demands strategic financial leadership across multiple subsidiaries. You will be responsible for consolidating financial statements, managing group-level financial planning and analysis, ensuring robust internal controls, and driving financial strategy. The ideal candidate is a strategic visionary with extensive experience in group financial management, preferably within diversified business environments. This role requires exceptional analytical capabilities, strong leadership, and the ability to operate autonomously in a remote setting, contributing directly to the group's sustained growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the consolidation of financial statements for the entire group, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS.
• Lead group-level financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Develop and implement group-wide financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Manage treasury functions, including cash flow forecasting, foreign exchange management, and banking relationships.
• Conduct financial analysis and provide strategic insights to the executive board to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant tax regulations and statutory requirements across different jurisdictions.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
• Drive financial system improvements and implement best practices across subsidiaries.
• Manage and mentor a remote team of finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Evaluate potential mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic financial initiatives.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field; MBA or equivalent is highly preferred.
• Professional accounting designation (CA(SA), CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is mandatory.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 5 years in a senior group financial management role.
• Demonstrated experience in managing finances for a multinational group or conglomerate.
• Expertise in IFRS, consolidation, tax, and treasury management.
• Proven ability to lead and manage remote teams effectively.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, ERP systems, and BI tools.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven track record of driving financial performance and achieving strategic objectives in a remote capacity.

Benefits

• Our client provides a premium benefits package, including comprehensive private medical insurance, robust retirement savings plans, and generous paid time off.
• You will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and international team, shaping the financial future of a growing enterprise from anywhere, including **Paarl, Western Cape**, or your preferred location.
• This role provides significant autonomy and the chance to make a lasting impact on the group's strategic direction.