Group Financial Manager

Group Financial Manager

Picture this: stepping into a senior leadership spot where you shape the financial heartbeat of a thriving group spanning healthcare, retirement living, property, construction, renewables, water services, telecoms, and security. You’ll dive into strategic planning one moment and roll up your sleeves for hands-on optimisation the next – all while leading a buzzing team of 30 and rubbing shoulders with the executive crew.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Drive the finance engine across a diverse portfolio of operations, from subacute care facilities to renewable energy projects and property developments.

Lead and inspire the finance and accounting teams with clear direction and hands-on guidance

Oversee financial systems, nail those internal controls, and keep compliance watertight

Deliver sharp financial insights straight to the executive table and boardroom committees

Whip up monthly reports that tell the real story, plus coordinate seamless external audits

Review and polish annual financial statements for every entity in the mix

Sharpen the group’s commercial edge with forward-thinking financial strategy.

Craft recommendations that align budgets and forecasts with big-picture growth goals

Spot inefficiencies in reporting or processes and roll out fixes that stick

Champion long-term planning to boost performance across healthcare, property, and beyond

Manage cash flows, track spend against budgets, and ensure every rand counts

Keep workflows slick, teams accountable, and systems humming at peak efficiency

REQUIREMENTS

Bring your CA(SA) firepower – that’s the must-have ticket to play at this level.

CA(SA) or equivalent accounting qualification locked in

Bonus points for CIMA, MBA, or postgrad dips in tax, auditing, or financial management

Solid track record leading finance teams in a commercial or operational setup

Proven chops in strategic thinking, tying finance to organisational wins

Hands-on leader who thrives in the detail while owning the executive view

Deep know-how on financial systems, controls, and compliance in multi-entity groups

Experience partnering with CEOs and execs on high-stakes decisions

Skill in hunting down process gaps and driving real improvements

WHAT YOU BRING

Top-notch commercial nous to turn numbers into game-changing strategies.

Advanced analytical skills to unpack complex data from diverse sectors

Systems-savvy mindset for streamlining finance and ops across the board

Confident communicator who holds their own at board level

Resilience to navigate pressure, complexity, and change with steady leadership

Organisational wizardry for optimised workflows and oversight

Clear credit, criminal, and health records required, plus glowing references.

Flexi-hours from 06h30 to 18h30 (with manager nod) fit around your groove – because sharp minds need balance.

Ready to steer the finances of a dynamic, growing powerhouse?