About the job
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory. Minimum of 6 years post article experience.
• Proven experience in managing and leading a team for at least 4 years. 
• International experience. An advantage would be experience in Mozambique, Namibia, Mauritius, Dubai (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Kenya.
• Must be proficient in English.
• Portuguese language proficiency (desired/advantageous).
• Strong and proven knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (particularly IFRS15).
• Proven knowledge of South African tax laws and regulations. 
• Familiar with Buildsmart software (advantageous).
• Compliance with laws and regulations relevant to all group entities.

COMPETENCIES

• Critical mathematic skills and a proven ability to perform difficult calculations.
• Strong familiarity with productivity tools that include Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced MS Excel skills.
• Ability to quickly learn industry-related regulations and utilise information in written reports.
• Ability to prepare and deliver reports to decision makers.
• Ability to work in changing environments.
• Exceptional organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines consistently. 
• Proven leadership of teams and ability to secure delivery from the team.
• Must have the ability to develop strong working relationships and interpersonal skills with all stakeholders.
• Strong coordination with other team members and departments to ensure consistent, accurate delivery.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset. 

MAIN OBJECTIVES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Specialist.
• Manage full financial accounting function for all group entities.
• Chairperson of monthly cost meetings with Sector Directors, Country Managers and CEO.
• Monthly journals.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for all group entities.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members to support their growth and development and to ensure delivery from the team.
• Detailed variance analysis between budgets and forecasts – support.
• Budgets and forecasts – support.
• Review and approve creditors payments, for all group companies.
• Asset management (from Finance point of view), group wide.
• Debtors/Accounting/Creditors team management.
• Debtor and WIP follow ups day-to-day.
• Creditors payment coordination and cashflow management for all group entities.
• Profit and loss (P&L) responsibility for designated areas, ensuring financial performance and accountability.
• Vendor registration.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements.
• Stay current with financial technology trends and leverage cutting-edge tools and systems to enhance financial operations.