Head Of Finance

Snatch | Accounting & Finance Headhunters; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Finance to lead their financial operations in Durban. This role is perfect for a dynamic individual with strong leadership skills and a proven track record in financial management. You will take charge of financial responsibilities, oversee budgeting and forecasting, and ensure compliance with regulations. The company values agility and adaptability, making it an exciting opportunity for someone ready to make an impact. If you're a qualified CA(SA) or CGMA with a passion for finance and leadership, this could be your next big career move!

Qualifications

• Qualified CA(SA) or CGMA is essential.
• 5+ years in a managerial role in the services sector.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Build and mentor the finance team while ensuring compliance.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Compliance

Education

CA(SA)

CGMA

Job description

A medium-sized services provider is urgently seeking an experienced, operational, hands-on, yet commercially strong, Head of Finance to join their team in Durban, KZN. The role will start off as a contract role, with a minimum of 6 months, and will be ideally suited to an experienced person who is immediately available, or available shortly. The company has a lot of moving parts and will require an agile person who can adapt to circumstances as they change.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Take full financial responsibility for one of the Group Companies.
2. Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
3. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards.
4. Analyze financial data to support strategic decision-making.
5. Manage financial relationships with banks, auditors, and institutions.
6. Build, lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
7. Identify and mitigate financial risks.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Qualified CA(SA); CGMA.
2. Immediate, or short-term availability is highly preferred.
3. 5 years minimum of experience working in a managerial / leadership role within the services sector.
4. Deadline-driven, strong communicator and leader / manager.

R - R1 / annum CTC heavily dependent on experience.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Accounting / Auditing, Business Development, and Finance

Industries: Professional Services