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Head of Finance

Johannesburg
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Accounting
Reference: NFP015284/CAM

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Employer: Network Recruitment

Precision, Performance, Profitability – That's Our Formula.

Position Title: Head of Finance (Full Function)
Location: Rosebank
Company Size: Small Business
Qualification: CA(SA)
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience

Job Overview:

Duties & Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Management:

Develop and execute the financial strategy, aligning with the company's growth objectives and long-term vision.
Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic business decisions, risk management, and operational improvements.

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Reporting:

Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, providing accurate and timely financial projections.
Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Monitor and report on key financial metrics, identifying areas for improvement and opportunities for cost optimization.

Cash Flow & Treasury Management:

Manage and optimize cash flow, working capital, and overall liquidity to support business operations.
Maintain and develop relationships with banking partners and financial institutions to ensure access to necessary funding.

Operational & Financial Controls:

Develop and implement robust financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy.
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, tax laws, and company policies.

Team Leadership & Development:

Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and align finance goals with overall business objectives.

Hands-On Finance Operations:

Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including payroll, invoicing, reconciliations, and financial processing.
Actively engage in problem-solving and support various business functions as needed, reflecting the full function finance role in a small company setting.

Qualifications & Skills Required:

Qualified Chartered Accountant CA(SA).
Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience, with a proven track record in financial management and leadership.
Strong business acumen and experience in strategic planning within a small to medium-sized enterprise.
Excellent understanding of financial and accounting principles, controls, and compliance.
Proficiency in financial software and systems, with a hands-on approach to operations.
Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a passion for driving results.

www.networkrecruitment.co.za

cmearns@networkfinance.co.za

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About Network Recruitment

Network Recruitment

Network Recruitment is a leading specialist recruitment company in the fields of IT, Finance and Engineering.

Since our establishment in 1987, we have been at the forefront of the specialist recruitment industry. Network Recruitment’s key to success is the focus on delivering superior quality service by developing and maintaining an exclusive focus on sourcing high-calibre skills for medium-sized to JSE-listed companies operating in these three niche sectors across South Africa.

Our experience in permanent and contract-based recruitment enables us to provide you with recruitment solutions that meet your long- and short-term needs.

Network Recruitment is a division of ADvTECH Resourcing, the recruitment arm of the national JSE-listed ADvTECH Limited Group a leader in quality education, training, skills development and placement services.