Strategic Finance Leader – Africa & Growth

Wsp; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm seeks a Head of Finance in Gauteng to manage financial planning and reporting across Africa. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of senior finance experience, primarily in consulting or similar sectors, and lead a large finance team. Responsibilities include budgeting, audits, and ensuring compliance with local regulations while driving continuous improvement within finance processes. Offers competitive pay and benefits such as medical cover and work-life balance flexibility.

Benefits

First-class medical cover

Generous annual leave

Paid professional subscriptions

Qualifications

• 5+ years post qualifying experience in senior finance roles.
• Experience managing large finance teams (15+ staff).
• Exposure to M&A, integration, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, reporting, and tax planning across Africa.
• Manage annual audit and financial statement preparation.
• Ensure compliance with local authorities and global policies.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Strong compliance with controls

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Deadline driven

Education

CA (SA) or CIMA qualification

Tools

Oracle

Job description

A leading engineering consulting firm seeks a Head of Finance in Gauteng to manage financial planning and reporting across Africa. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of senior finance experience, primarily in consulting or similar sectors, and lead a large finance team. Responsibilities include budgeting, audits, and ensuring compliance with local regulations while driving continuous improvement within finance processes. Offers competitive pay and benefits such as medical cover and work-life balance flexibility.