Overview Reference Group Finance Manage Salary ZAR/month Job Location - South Africa -- City of Cape Town -- Cape Town Job Type Permanent Posted 12 June 2024 Our client is looking for a Group Finance Manager. Responsibilities: Strategic Management: Contribute to the achievement of the group and individual company's business objectives by providing advice and guidance on financial strategy. Develop a business plan for a specified cycle for the group and individual companies. Review the group and individual company's annual operating budget and manage all financial targets. Provide financial advice and guidance to the company's finance staff to enable them to achieve their objectives. Work closely with Group Heads of Department to provide actionable reporting that enables business decisions and meets financial and strategic goals. Operational Management: Direct and manage finance staff to ensure they are appropriately motivated and developed to carry out their responsibilities to the required standard. Identify and ensure compliance with financial and statutory regulations. Assess and monitor group and individual company's risk with Internal Audit, applying a risk-based approach to review controls and systems. Promote awareness of internal controls and share best practices to influence department decisions. Manage working capital and cash flow requirements. Financial Management: Manage the Group finance function, including reporting, budgets, tax, regulatory and governance, and Group department functions such as Internal Audit and HR. Review monthly financial information and supporting analysis for the BOD, including forecast and budget data. Review information for quarterly and year-end external reporting processes. Assist in quarterly and annual financial reporting compliance, interpreting IFRS changes, and communicating group accounting policies. Develop relationships with finance staff throughout the business as a main point of contact on financial and management reporting matters. Maintain and improve group financial reporting systems. Provide ad hoc assistance with finance and related projects as required. Compile key business metrics and report them to the BOD. Manage all group finance-related projects. Manage statutory audits for the Group. Oversee the Group insurance function. Administration/HR: Attend required meetings such as management, executive, and board meetings. Develop and maintain productive relationships with management and staff through individual contacts and group meetings. Communicate with other component heads in the group. Pursue professional development opportunities, including training and professional association memberships, and share information gained with co-workers. Ensure optimal workflow and adequate spread of workload within the HR function. Provide in-service training to personnel to ensure effective execution of duties. Manage leave utilization, disciplinary and grievance procedures, and all labor relations functions. Ensure all HR-related submissions are done. Build capability and capacity of finance staff by identifying current and future training and development needs. Provide leadership and professional development of the group structure through recruiting, mentoring, coaching, performance management, and transfer of skills. Key Skills: Strong understanding of IFRS and relevant legislation Proficient in MS Office and Pastel Knowledge of risk management processes and frameworks Understanding of internal and external audit policies and procedures Well-*** in HR best practices Ability to analyze financial data and draw sound conclusions Ability to explain technical accounting requirements to non-technical people Clear communicator with the ability to influence at all levels Strong problem-solving skills with effective decision-making Ability to apply multidisciplinary business principles to achieve successful outcomes Ownership, accountability, and reliability Structured approach with excellent planning, organizational, and prioritization skills Ability to work well under pressure, both independently and as part of a team Self-motivated, result and deadline-driven Leadership and decision-making skills Excellent writing and reporting abilities Interpersonal and presentation skills Attention to detail Strategic thinking Qualifications: CA (SA) or CIMA qualification 5+ years' post-articles experience SAICA articles Valid driver's license #J-18808-Ljbffr