Interim Financial Controller / Senior Finance Manager (Contract)

Network Finance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking an experienced CA(SA) to assume an Interim Financial Controller / Senior Finance Manager role within a multi-entity property portfolio. The role demands strong financial governance, leadership of an established finance team, and hands-on management during a transitional period.

With a minimum of 8 years in finance and proven experience in property finance, you will oversee month-end close, reporting, cash flow, and compliance while partnering with senior leadership to

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification is essential.
• Minimum 8 years of finance experience.
• Property industry experience is essential.
• Experience leading a finance function (Financial Manager/Financial Controller).
• Experience with multi-entity property portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full finance function across multiple entities.
• Oversee month-end reporting processes and financial close activities.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of financial information.
• Provide meaningful financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee tenant billing, revenue management, and related reconciliations.
• Monitor arrears, collections, and customer account balances.
• Maintain strong financial controls and governance frameworks.
• Support audit processes and regulatory engagements.
• Lead, mentor, and support an established finance team.
• Maintain operational stability during transition and handover.

Skills

Financial leadership

People management

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Education

CA(SA)

Tools

Property management accounting systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has become available for a highly experienced CA(SA) to step into an Interim Financial Controller / Senior Finance Manager position within a well-established property environment.

This role requires a seasoned finance leader who can provide stability, maintain operational continuity, and ensure strong financial governance during a key transition period. The successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, manage an established finance team, and oversee the financial operations of a multi-entity property portfolio.

Please note: Property industry experience is essential and non-negotiable. Applications without property sector exposure will unfortunately not be considered.

This is a hands-on role suited to a finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial acumen and proven leadership ability.

Contract Overview

• Immediate start preferred.
• Fixed-term contract which can become permanent.
• Full-time, office-based position.
• Reporting directly to senior leadership.
• Responsible for ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Lead and manage the full finance function across multiple entities.
• Oversee month-end reporting processes and financial close activities.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of financial information.
• Provide meaningful financial insights to support strategic decision-making.

Property Finance Management

• Oversee tenant billing and revenue management processes.
• Manage utility recoveries, cost recoveries, and related reconciliations.
• Monitor arrears, collections, and customer account balances.
• Ensure the accurate financial administration of property-related transactions.
• Support the management of a complex property portfolio from a finance perspective.

Cash Flow, Compliance & Controls

• Manage cash flow planning, treasury activities, and payment approvals.
• Oversee intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Maintain strong financial controls and governance frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with taxation, statutory, and financial reporting requirements.
• Support audit processes and regulatory engagements.

Team Leadership & Transition Management

• Lead, mentor, and support an established finance team.
• Maintain operational stability throughout the transition period.
• Document key finance processes and ensure effective knowledge transfer.
• Support the onboarding and handover to the permanent finance lead.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification (essential).

Experience

• Minimum 8years' finance experience.
• Proven experience leading a finance function in a Financial Manager or Financial Controller capacity.
• Property industry experience is essential (non-negotiable).
• Strong understanding of:
  • Tenant billing
  • Utility recoveries
  • Arrears management
  • Cash flow management
  • Financial reporting
  • Multi-entity finance environments
• Experience working within large property portfolios will be highly advantageous.
• Previous interim, transitional, or turnaround experience will be beneficial.

Technical Skills

• Strong financial reporting and management accounting expertise.
• Advanced knowledge of financial controls and governance.
• Experience with property management accounting systems.
• Excellent reconciliation and cash flow management capabilities.
• Strong understanding of taxation and compliance requirements.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
• Strong commercial and operational acumen.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong process improvement and documentation skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Sound judgement, problem-solving ability, and decision-making capability.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established property business in a highly visible leadership role. You'll play a critical part in maintaining stability, supporting business continuity, and ensuring a successful transition while partnering closely with senior leadership.

If you're an experienced CA(SA) with a strong property background and are available for an exciting contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.