HEAD OF FINANCE R 1.1M pa - BRACKENFELL, CPT

DO MORE Placements; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 935,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family-owned business in Cape Town is seeking a Head of Finance to lead their finance team, ensure compliance, and provide strategic insights. The ideal candidate will have a CA(SA) qualification and extensive experience in finance management within a multi-entity environment. Competitive salary and a chance to shape financial strategy are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Ownership of finance function

Mentorship opportunities

Work with executives

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of finance management experience in a multi-entity group.
• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, transport, or related industries is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of tax, VAT, and audit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the finance function across all entities.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
• Lead and mentor a finance team.
• Provide financial insights to the leadership team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Financial management experience

Knowledge of tax and VAT

Education

Chartered Accountant CA(SA)

Job description

Overview

HEAD OF FINANCE R 1.1M pa - BRACKENFELL, CPT

This large family-owned multipurpose business is a leading player in their sector, operating across five entities and looking for a Finance Manager / Head of Finance to lead their finance team and drive excellence across reporting, compliance, and strategy.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Take full ownership of the finance function across multiple entities.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals
• Work closely with executives to shape financial strategy and growth.
• Be part of a group aiming for national market leadership.

Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Reporting
  • Oversee and manage the finance function across all entities (5+ companies).
  • Prepare and review monthly management accounts with commentary for executive decision-making.
  • Develop, monitor, and implement financial objectives aligned with the group’s growth targets.
  • Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records.
• Compliance & Governance
  • Calculate, prepare, and submit VAT returns, provisional tax, and other statutory submissions to SARS.
  • Manage and coordinate the annual audit process across all companies.
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
• Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead and mentor a finance team, including accountants and support staff.
  • Build capability within the team, improving systems, processes, and controls.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Strategic Input
  • Partner with the leadership team to provide financial insights and guidance.
  • Contribute to business planning, forecasting, and cashflow management.
  • Support operational decision-making with accurate financial data.

Requirements

• Chartered Accountant CA(SA) strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5–8 years of finance management experience, ideally in a multi-entity group.
• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, transport, or related industries advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of tax, VAT, and audit requirements.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Take full ownership of the finance function across multiple entities.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals (8-10)
• Work closely with executives to shape financial strategy and growth.
• Be part of a group aiming for national market leadership.