• Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for financial leadership and commercial excellence? Join our dynamic team as a Divisional Finance Manager and play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, governance, and strategic growth across our division.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Oversee cash flow, working capital, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Drive improvements in financial systems and reporting tools.

Commercial Oversight

• Manage contract profitability, cost control, and EBITDA performance.
• Oversee commercial change control and contract amendments.
• Deliver financial insights to support strategic decisions.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process across the division.
• Develop long-term financial plans aligned with business strategy.
• Monitor variances and recommend corrective actions.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor finance and commercial teams.
• Conduct performance reviews and support team development.
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture.

Project & Business Development Support

• Provide financial input into strategic projects and bids.
• Ensure financial viability and cash-positivity of all initiatives.
• Support ad-hoc analysis for executive leadership.

Governance & Compliance

• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee tax compliance and participate in governance forums.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal departments and senior client stakeholders.
• Represent finance in operational meetings, EXCO, and board forums.
• Support commercial negotiations and contract performance reviews.

Skills and Competencies    

• Strategic financial and commercial acumen.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and influencing at executive level.
• Leadership and team development capabilities.
• High attention to detail with a strategic mindset.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Professionalism, integrity, and a proactive approach.

Qualifications    

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) qualification.
• Minimum 10 years’ post-article experience in financial and commercial roles.
• Experience in large, multi-site or operationally complex organizations.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, taxation, and commercial principles.
• Advanced Excel and ERP system proficiency (e.g., Dynamics D365, QlikView, Power BI).
• Expertise in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and data analytics.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Interest in AI and financial dashboard development is a plus.

Deadline:5th September,2025