Head Of Finance

Snatch | Accounting & Finance Headhunters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the gas supply sector is on the lookout for a Head of Finance to spearhead its financial operations. This pivotal role involves collaborating closely with the CEO to shape financial strategies and ensure optimal business performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial planning, budgeting, and team leadership, along with proven experience in managing supplier relationships. This fully in-office position in Johannesburg offers an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic finance team and contribute to the company's growth and success. If you're a commercially minded finance leader ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PQE for CA (SA) or 7+ years for AGA (SA), CGMA, or Professional Accountant (SA).
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic financial partner to the CEO, providing insights on financial planning.
• Oversee financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, and performance tracking.
• Manage relationships with banks, suppliers, auditors, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Financial Planning

Budgeting

Negotiation Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Team Leadership

Education

CA (SA)

AGA (SA)

CGMA

Professional Accountant (SA)

Tools

Sage

Job description

A well-established company in the gas supply industry is seeking a Head of Finance to lead its financial function and work closely with senior leadership.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this role will play a key part in financial strategy, operational execution, and long-term business planning. This is a fully in-office role based in Lanseria, Johannesburg, ideal for a commercially minded finance leader who enjoys both strategic planning and hands-on financial management. This role will take full responsibility for overseeing financial operations, ensuring sound financial decision-making, and optimizing business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Act as a strategic financial partner to the CEO, providing insights and recommendations on financial planning, budgeting, and operational performance.
2. Oversee financial reporting, including profit and loss analysis, cash flow forecasting, and performance tracking across business units.
3. Lead financial planning and analysis, supporting long-term business objectives and expansion initiatives.
4. Manage and optimize working capital, ensuring strong cash, investment, debtors, and inventory management.
5. Oversee financial systems, ERP implementation, and internal financial controls to drive efficiency.
6. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and audit requirements.
7. Manage relationships with banks, suppliers, auditors, and other financial stakeholders.
8. Guide and develop the finance team, overseeing the Sales Order, Invoicing, Debtors, Procurement, Stock, Creditors, and Finance functions.
9. Provide critical financial insights to support operational decisions, including cost management and profitability analysis.
10. Engage with senior leadership on financial strategy, growth opportunities, and risk management.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Qualified CA (SA) with 5+ years of PQE or, AGA (SA), CGMA, or Professional Accountant (SA) with 7+ years of experience.
2. Strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships and procurement processes.
3. Proven ability to lead a multi-functional finance team.
4. Experience working with Sage will be beneficial.

Salary: R1 - R1 / year CTC.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

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

Industries: Retail Gasoline, Oil and Gas, and Natural Gas Distribution