Group Financial Manager (Property Group)

Outsourced CFO; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing multi-entity property group in Johannesburg is seeking a Group Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, optimize funding, and lead strategic financial planning. The ideal candidate has a strong background in finance within the property sector and holds a relevant degree and professional qualification. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on operational efficiency and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior finance roles within property or real estate.
• Experience with commercial and residential property finance.
• Comfortable working with banks on loan applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance operations across multiple property-focused entities.
• Prepare and present monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Manage relationships with banks and optimize funding structures.

Skills

Financial modeling

Cash flow management

Risk identification

Strategic thinking

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

CA(SA) or CIMA

Tools

Xero

MDA

WeConnectU

Job description

Overview

Join a dynamic high-energy team that delivers excellence across commercial and residential property portfolios. As Group Finance Manager you will play a pivotal role in driving the financial strategy and operational efficiency of a growing multi-entity property group. With 8 companies under the property group umbrella, this role requires a commercially astute forward-thinking leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and understands the unique financial demands of the property and estate agency sectors. You will lead financial planning, analysis and reporting, manage relationships with multiple banking institutions, and identify opportunities for optimization and risk mitigation. You will be at the heart of decision-making as a core member of the EXCO team, bringing insight, innovation and structure to fuel scalable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership Across Group Entities: Oversee full finance operations across multiple property-focused entities, ensuring financial integrity and group-level visibility.
• Management Reporting: Prepare, review and present monthly management accounts, financial reports and variance analyses with actionable insights.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead and improve cash flow forecasting, budgeting cycles, levy corporation budgeting and estate-level financial planning.
• Banking & Funding: Manage loan applications and relationships with multiple banks; optimize funding structures to support group growth.
• Risk & Cost Analysis: Identify financial risks, inefficiencies and savings opportunities across commercial and residential property operations.
• ERP & System Optimization: Champion the integration and optimization of systems such as WeConnectU, Xero, MDA and MRI to drive automation and reporting accuracy.
• Audit & Compliance: Prepare for year-end audits, liaise with auditors and ensure compliance with SARS, CIPC and financial regulations.
• Business Partnering: Collaborate with operations, legal and business development teams to support commercial decisions, new initiatives and contract management.
• EXCO & Strategic Involvement: Serve as a key financial voice on the executive committee, contributing to strategic direction, investment decisions and long-term planning.

Experience

• Proven track record in a senior finance or group finance role within the property, estate agency or real estate services sectors.
• Strong exposure to commercial and residential property portfolios including levy management, utilities billing and estate operational finance.
• Experience in high-growth multi-entity environments with complex financial structures.
• Comfortable working with banking institutions on loan applications, funding and financial structuring.
• Previous involvement with financial system implementations or optimizations (ERP/ software migration experience advantageous).
• Knowledge of Xero, MDA and WeConnectU highly desirable.

Requirements

• Location: Sandton, Johannesburg – In Office
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field (e.g. BCom).
• Professional qualification (e.g. CA(SA), CIMA or equivalent) highly advantageous.

Skills and Characteristics

• Highly analytical with excellent financial modeling and FP&A capabilities.
• Strong command of cash flow management, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to identify risks, drive improvements and see the bigger picture.
• Exceptional attention to detail paired with strategic thinking and commercial acumen.
• Effective communicator with experience advising senior stakeholders and board-level members.
• Collaborative, adaptable and thrives in a high-pressure but fun and purpose-driven environment.
• Passion for innovation, process optimization and data-driven decision-making.

Education

Bachelor-level qualification in Finance/Accounting preferred; CA(SA) or CIMA qualifications highly regarded.