Finance Executive at talentCRU Proprietary Limited

About the Job

Guide Segment leadership through the provision of sound financial stewardship working within financial control framework and mitigating identified financial risk. Translate the annual segment strategic plans into financial plans. Provide executive insight and analysis through commentary on financial performance and assist in taking necessary corrective actions towards achieving financial results. Facilitation of, and the preparation of Segment operational budgets and reporting on business performance.

Work closely with the Group CFO to drive the Group finance vision and strategy:

• Translate Segment strategy into financial plans and reports.
• Monitoring of Segment financial performance, financial control, financial risk management and compliance.
• Guide the development of strategic financial initiatives to maximize performance.
• Guide the preparation of financial information to the Board of Directors and Audit Committee.
• Oversee the Budgeting & Planning processes and procedures: This includes translating the annual business strategic plans into financial plans, calendars and timelines and developing relevant supporting processes and reports. The role holder is also accountable to ensure effective communication to Group.
• Ensure compliance with Group financial policies and frameworks.
• Instill sound financial discipline within the Segment.
• Quality Assure Segment financial data, reports and analysis as input to Segment leadership discussions.
• Guide and Oversee analysis at segment level: Review the budget variances and forecasts to identify trends, risk areas and provide support for business decisions.
• Accountable for delivery of segment financial information.
• Collaborate with senior management to formulate short and long-term strategic financial objectives and operating strategies for the business, in line with the overall business strategy of the segment, as well as the overall financial strategy of the Group.
• Advice on the overall segment performance against strategic objectives and financial targets.
• Work closely with centres of excellence i.e. group tax and procurement.

Qualification & Job Experience

• Masters degree in Accounting, CA (SA), CIMA qualification or NQF equivalent.
• 5+ years’ post qualification experience in finance.
• Very good understanding of Accounting processes.
• At least 3 years experience in a senior management role.

Interpersonal skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of JSE requirements is an advantage.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of IFRS.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Desire for continuous learning.
• Excellent English language skills.
• Business Acumen.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strategic thinking.
• Leads Change and Innovation.
• Drive for Results.
• Motivating and Inspiring Team.
• Collaboration.
• Impact and Influence.
• Self-Awareness and Insight.
• Diversity and Inclusiveness.
• Growing Talent.