Head Of Finance

Smart4 Energy; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1 615 000 - 1 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Independent Power Producer in Cape Town is looking for a Head of Finance to manage financial leadership and the finance team. The ideal candidate will hold a CA(SA), have at least 5 years of leadership experience, and possess strong skills in IFRS reporting and financial modelling. This role offers a competitive salary package including medical aid and performance bonuses.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Provident Fund

Performance Bonus

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in a senior leadership role.
• Big 4 articles.
• Renewable Energy experience is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manages and oversees the annual budgeting process.
• Develops, improves and implements accounting policies and procedures.
• Leads, directs and manages the finance team.

Skills

IFRS reporting

Tax Compliance

Financial Modelling

Education

CA(SA)

Job description

Our client is a leading Independent Power Producer (IPP) with over two decades of experience in developing and operating renewable energy projects.

Backed by UK investors, the company is a pioneer in various generation technologies, including gas, wind, solar PV, battery energy storage (BESS), and geothermal.

The company is also driving new opportunities emerging from the energy transition, such as desalination projects powered by renewables and innovative green hydrogen and ammonia projects.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Head of Finance will be responsible for the financial leadership of the organization, overseeing all aspects of financial management, planning, reporting, and compliance.

You will lead a high-performing team of 10 finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Position

Position: Head of Finance

Location

Location: Cape Town

Qualifications

Qualifications: CA(SA) – not negotiable; Big 4 articles; 5 years experience in senior leadership role; Renewable Energy experience (highly beneficial).

Salary & Benefits

Salary: R1.9 million (Medical Aid and Provident Fund included) + performance bonus.

Skills

• IFRS reporting
• Tax Compliance
• Financial Modelling

Responsibilities

• Manages and oversees the annual budgeting process.
• Manages the insurance portfolio.
• Develops, improves and implements accounting policies, procedures and systems.
• Leads, directs and manages the finance team.
• Ensures adherence to all internal and external requirements for statutory and compliance reporting.
• Manages stakeholder communication.

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