Head of Finance

New job opportunity for a seasoned Head of Finance -

Join a growing, fast-paced group where you will take full ownership of the finance function and play a key role in shaping business success. As Head of Finance
, you’ll work closely with executive leadership, influence major decisions, and drive financial excellence across multiple entities.

If you are a forward-thinking finance professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, leading teams, and making a real commercial impact—this role is for you.

Lead Finance at a strategic level and shape the financial future of a growing group operating across multiple entities.

Our client, a dynamic and expanding group, is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to take ownership of the full financial function across multiple entities. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will drive financial performance, ensure compliance, and provide strategic direction to support business growth.

This opportunity is ideal for a commercially astute finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment and enjoys influencing executive decision-making. You will play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, managing risk, and enhancing operational efficiencies across the group.

If you are looking for a role where your expertise will directly impact business success and where you can lead, mentor, and build high-performing finance teams—this is your opportunity.

• Lead and manage the financial performance of the group, including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Oversee treasury, cash flow management, and currency hedging strategies
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, taxation regulations, and audit requirements across all entities
• Drive cost optimisation initiatives and identify opportunities to improve financial efficiency
• Manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture
• Oversee audits, internal controls, and risk management frameworks
• Provide strategic financial insights to support business decision-making
• Manage stakeholder relationships including auditors, clients, suppliers, and internal leadership

• Matric (essential)
• Qualified CA(SA), CIMA, or ACCA (non-negotiable)

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior finance/management role
• Proven experience managing multiple entities or group structures
• Strong background in financial reporting, compliance, and treasury management

• Advanced MS Office skills
• Experience with Syspro (advantageous)
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet strict deadlines