Senior Financial Manager

Watershed Consulting; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Financial Manager to oversee daily financial operations and provide strategic insights to the executive team. This pivotal role involves enhancing financial efficiency, preparing comprehensive financial reports, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a CA (SA) qualification and at least 10 years of experience in financial management, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills. Join a dynamic team and contribute to shaping the strategic direction of the organization while managing critical financial relationships and risks.

Qualifications

• 10 years of financial management experience providing strategic guidance.
• Leadership experience in managing finance teams within diverse structures.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team.
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports for decision-making.

Skills

Business Intelligence

Financial Statements

Interpersonal Skills

Compliance

Financial Planning

Leadership

Excel

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

CA (SA) Qualification

Job description

Senior Financial Manager to lead the group’s daily financial operations. This is a senior management role responsible for high-level financial planning and reporting , as well as providing ongoing strategic insights to the executive team.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) , you will play a critical role in enhancing financial operational efficiency and delivering key financial insights to help shape and support the group’s strategic direction.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in financial management, leadership, communication skills, and business intelligence .

Key Responsibilities :

Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills while managing financial operations.

Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team .

Prepare and present monthly financial reports and analyses to senior management for decision-making.

Ensure the integrity of the group’s financial statements , including consolidated balance sheets, cash flow positions, and forecasts.

Ensure compliance with all financial and tax regulations .

Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies .

Prepare financial presentations for the executive team, Audit and Risk Committee, Board of Directors, and shareholders.

Manage relationships with the group’s financial partners , including external auditors, banks, investors, and shareholders.

Oversee strategic financial planning and analysis to support investment decisions, capital projects, and other strategic opportunities.

Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements :

A CA (SA) qualification is required.

10 years of proven financial management experience , providing strategic financial guidance and reporting at a group level.

Leadership experience in managing finance teams within a diverse group structure.

Strong strategic thinking and financial acumen .

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills .

C ompetitive remuneration package , structured on a total cost-to-company basis.

• Skillset Required : Business Intelligence, Financial Statements, Insight, Interpersonal Skill, Compliance, Financial Planning, Leadership, Excel, Communication Skill, Strategic Thinking, Interpersonal Skills

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