Location: Rosebank, Johannesburg, South Africa
Full-time | On-site | UK work hours | Mon - Fri | 9am-6pm (March to October) |10am-7pm (October to March)
CA(SA) with 4+ Years PQE
Reports to: Head of Finance
About the Role
We are seeking a technically strong and strategically minded Group Financial Accountant Manager to join our dynamic finance team. This is a pivotal role for a qualified CA(SA) with a passion for group consolidations, forecasting, reporting, and financial transformation. You’ll be working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and tech-driven solutions.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in agile, high-performance teams, enjoys international exposure, and is motivated to contribute beyond traditional reporting functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage group consolidations across multiple entities and regions in the UK.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual group financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
- Drive forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis processes.
- Collaborate with non-financial stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.
- Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities within the finance function.
- Support board reporting and ensure adherence to tight month-end deadlines.
- Mentor and coach junior finance staff, fostering a culture of learning and excellence.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- CA(SA) with a minimum of 4 years post-articles experience.
- Article completion at one of the big 4 audit firm.
- Strong background in group finance, ideally with experience in a Group Function role or significant exposure to group audits.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and deliver under pressure.
- Passionate about innovation in finance, with a track record of driving improvements.