Executive: Group Finance

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa PPS Recruitment Full time

**Job Advert Summary**:
Responsible for the accounting function of a group of companies. Formulates and maintains group accounting and financial practices. Responsible for the controls and documentation
The role is responsible for co-ordination all aspects of the financial function including preparing financial reports and budgets for the executive to support the financial decision-making process.

The role is also responsibility for the financial management of PPS in accordance with IFRS.

**Minimum Requirements**:
**Education**:

- CA (SA).
- Additional postgraduate is an advantage.

**Experience**:

- Minimum of 10 years in a senior financial and/or accounting role within financial services/asset management environment or as a Head of Finance in a large Group of companies.
- Experience in leading hybrid teams.
- Proven experience in the continued enhancement of financial/business systems and procedures
- IFRS17 exposure would be an advantage.

**Knowledge and Skills**:

- Proficient in MS Office Suite, with advanced MS Excel skills.
- Knowledge and experience with financial accounting tools and systems.
- Knowledge and experience in establishing best practice in terms of financial modelling techniques and methodologies.
- An in depth, experiential understanding of more advanced analyses and the way in which financial ratios, trends, business and value drivers interact.
- Knowledge of financial accounting principles, classifying, measuring, and recording transactions.

**Competencies**:

- Curious.
- Strategic thinker.
- Business Acumen.
- Knowledge of business and management principles and processes.
- Sound and proven financial accounting skills
- Exceptional analytical ability.
- Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- People management and leadership skills.
- Integrity.
- Resilience.
- Results Focused

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Formulate and successfully implement financial strategies, policies and procedures for the Company supporting the overall company objectives.
- Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance & Accounting functions.
- Manage and minimize the company's financial risk exposure by developing, implementing, and maintaining internal controls for accounting functions.
- Continuously monitor, evaluate, and enhance internal financial policies, procedures, and reporting systems to ensure that the financial and accounting functions are operating effectively and comply with corporate governance.
- Provide consultative support and recommendations on financial implications to the Group Chief Financial Officer to support decision
- making and management processes.
- Manage the integrity of all financial data, ensuring information is accurate and timely.
- Identify opportunities and implement procedures for increased efficiencies and service improvements.
- Coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial data reporting process (including preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports).
- Co-ordinate and manage budgets and forecasts providing recommendations to Group Chief Financial Offer to maximize profitability.
- Review the preparation of statutory annual financial statements and tax returns.
- Ensure compliance with statutory and Group budgetary reporting requirements.
- Liaise with internal and external auditor partners, to discuss and resolve audit findings and accounting issues.
- Manage the working capital requirements.
- Lead, develop and motivate the finance team to achieve the department and PPS strategic goals.
- Manage the tax exposures and opportunities.



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