Overview

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and commercially astute Financial Manager to take full ownership of the financial function across a complex group structure.

This role is best suited to a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment, is confident dealing with high-level negotiations, and has proven experience managing intercompany accounts, interbranch company transfers, loan structures, and cash flow across multiple businesses.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management Group

• Oversee full financial function across 8 companies / 3 trading entities
• Manage and reconcile intercompany accounts and loan accounts
• Ensure accurate consolidation of financial information across entities
• Maintain strong financial controls across the group

2. Cash Flow & Forecasting (Critical Focus Area)

• Develop and manage cash flow forecasts across all entities
• Monitor liquidity and ensure optimal working capital management
• Provide forward-looking projections to support business decisions

3. Strategic & Commercial Finance

• Partner with directors on financial strategy and decision-making
• Analyse margins, cost drivers, and profitability across entities
• Support business growth through financial insight and planning

4. Negotiations & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead and support commercial negotiations (e.g. supplier pricing, diesel fluctuations, contracts)
• Confidently engage with large corporates and difficult stakeholders
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and close financially beneficial deals

5. Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Take full responsibility for tax affairs across multiple entities
• Liaise directly with South African Revenue Service (SARS) on queries and compliance matters
• Oversee VAT, PAYE, and statutory submissions
• Ensure audit readiness and compliance with regulations

6. Financial Reporting

• Prepare and present monthly management accounts
• Compile consolidated reports for directors/shareholders
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting across all entities

7. Leadership & Oversight

• Oversee finance/admin staff where applicable
• Implement and improve financial processes and controls
• Drive accountability and performance within the finance function