Head of Finance : Rates

Afrizan Personnel; City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is searching for an experienced Head of Finance in Johannesburg. This pivotal role involves overseeing financial activities, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and managing a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will excel in financial analysis, stakeholder management, and possess advanced qualifications. Join a forward-thinking company committed to compliance and excellence in financial practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in financial management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Advanced qualifications preferred, with expertise in financial analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily financial activities ensuring accuracy of records.
• Conduct pre-month-end business reviews and analyze month-end performance.
• Lead a high-performing finance team and drive productivity improvements.

Skills

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Process improvement

Risk mitigation

Education

Advanced Diploma or National first degree

CIMA qualification (preferred)

Job description

Are you ready to lead a high-performing finance team and drive strategic financial decision-making?

A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Head of Finance : Rates to oversee and analyse all financial activities, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business strategy. This senior role demands a proactive leader who excels at translating financial data into actionable insights and managing a team to deliver exceptional results.

Requirements :

• A strong background in financial management within the financial services sector (minimum 7 years), including at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Advanced qualifications such as an Advanced Diploma or National first degree, with CIMA preferred
• Expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and risk mitigation
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and optimise team performance
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• A commitment to compliance with regulatory and risk policies

Key responsibilities include :

• Managing daily financial activities to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records
• Conducting thorough pre-month-end business reviews to verify financial results
• Tracking and analysing month-end financial performance and reporting to stakeholders
• Identifying deviations from targets and recommending corrective actions or justifications
• Ensuring business continuity through robust processes and system controls
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Translating business strategies into approved financial plans aligned with regulatory requirements
• Ensuring strict compliance with Group Risk and Compliance policies and regulatory standards
• Leading and developing a capable, high-performing team through performance management and talent development
• Driving productivity improvements and cost optimisation via process enhancements and innovation
• Participating in internal and external forums to stay abreast of industry and regulatory developments
• Promoting a client-centric culture and delivering world-class service through team leadership
• Managing transformational targets through inclusive recruitment, retention, and training practices
• Identifying resource inefficiencies and promoting multi-skilling to optimise capacity

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Head Of Finance • City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, South Africa