Financial Operations Head

Job Description

Hello Future, Finance Operations Head

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of the people that make it happen. As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now's the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

The Finance team in FNB Points of Presence is looking for a self-driven and highly motivated individual with a passion for Finance in the Banking industry. If you are ready for a new challenge, this is your opportunity to be part of the FNB #changeables.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Operations Head to lead our FNB Points of Presence Finance Operations team. The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and digital transformation. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Financial Operations Head plays a critical role in translating financial strategy into operational execution and driving innovation across finance functions.

Are you someone who can:

• Align financial operations with the organization's long-term goals and financial strategy.
• Support the CFO in developing and executing financial plans and initiatives.
• Identify, control and escalate potential risks which may lead to increased costs.
• Maintenance of expert knowledge on industry best practices and provision of proactive advice and solutions to relevant stakeholders.
• Manage balancing sheet accounts by settlement of any outstanding accounts
• Improve business decisions by providing accurate and reliable business intelligence (information) together with analysing trends and data.
• Plan and manage performance, skills development, employment equity, talent and culture of team in order to improve innovation, achieve efficiencies and increase competencies.
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including accounting, procurement, and financial products.
• Ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in all financial transactions and processes.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and enhance service delivery.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Manage and monitor risk to ensure that all processes fall within the risk and audit guidelines. Investigate and implement measures to correct audit findings
• Design and implement a control framework to ensure the integrity of operations, financial and accounting practices. Anticipate and apply and policies/procedures to manage and control both financial and non-financial risks to which the business unit(s) might be exposed.
• Lead the digital transformation of finance operations through the adoption of modern technologies
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the finance function

You will be an ideal candidate if you

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Commerce with Honours
• ACCA or MBA (advantageous)
• Previous audit experience (advantageous)
• 8+ yrs Financial Management and Operations experience

Join Us: If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for financial operations and a proven track record in leading teams towards achieving operational excellence, we invite you to apply for the Financial Operations Head position. Be part of a dynamic team that is committed to driving innovation and excellence in financial management at FNB.

As a #Changeable you will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate

• Work that is challenging

• Opportunities to innovate

• Conditions that are flexible

• Focus on health and wellbeing

• Resources to help you with your professional development

• Generous leave policy

• Preferential employee banking rates

We can be a match if you are / have

• Analytical

• Adaptable and curious

• Thrive in a collaborative environment

• Conceptual and Big Picture Thinking

• Strategic Thinking

Apply now if you are interested in taking the next step. We look forward to engaging with you

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfil this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

16/10/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.