Senior Financial Manager CA(SA) | Retail - Cape Town Northern Subs

Reference: NFR010507-MoD-1

Shape Strategy. Drive Performance. Lead Financial Excellence.

An exceptional opportunity has become available for a highly accomplished Senior Financial Manager (Reporting) to join a leading, fast-paced organisation in the Cape Town Northern Suburbs . This strategic leadership role offers the chance to partner with executive management, influence business decisions at the highest level, and play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, reporting excellence, and long-term business success. If you are a commercially astute CA(SA) or experienced finance leader who thrives on turning complex financial data into strategic business insights, this could be the career-defining opportunity you've been waiting for. Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Reporting & Governance

• Lead the preparation and delivery of monthly, quarterly, annual, and statutory financial reporting.

• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial information across the business.

• Prepare executive and board-level reporting packs with meaningful performance commentary and strategic recommendations.

• Deliver high-level reports highlighting financial performance, risks, opportunities, and key business drivers.

• Monitor industry trends, competitor performance, and market developments to support strategic decision-making.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting, governance, and regulatory standards.

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting

• Take ownership of the budgeting process across the division.

• Drive forecasting cycles and provide accurate forward-looking financial projections.

• Lead the development and consolidation of strategic financial plans.

• Perform detailed variance analysis and identify opportunities for performance improvement.

• Partner with operational leaders to evaluate business performance against strategic and financial objectives.

Business Partnering & Performance Management

• Translate financial information into actionable commercial insights.

• Provide strategic financial analysis to support growth initiatives, investments, and cost optimisation.

• Drive data-driven decision-making through analytical modelling and performance evaluation.

• Promote a culture of accountability, financial discipline, and operational excellence.

Process Improvement & Finance Transformation

• Continuously improve reporting processes, controls, and systems.

• Drive automation and advanced reporting initiatives to enhance efficiency and decision-making.

• Lead finance transformation projects focused on standardisation, optimisation, and improved data quality.

• Ensure all reporting deadlines and deliverables are achieved through effective planning and coordination.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

• Build strong relationships across finance, operations, and external partners.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.

• Foster an environment of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with IFRS, governance frameworks, and internal controls.

• Identify and mitigate financial risks and reporting gaps.

• Support internal and external audit processes and drive resolution of audit findings.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

• CA(SA) qualification highly advantageous.

• Minimum 10 years' post-qualification experience in a senior finance leadership role.

• Proven experience leading and developing finance teams.

• Strong financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering expertise.

• Experience within a high-volume commercial, retail, or fast-paced corporate environment will be highly beneficial.

• Sound knowledge of IFRS, governance, and compliance frameworks.

• Advanced proficiency in SAP, Microsoft Excel, and Google Workspace .

• Strong analytical, commercial, and strategic thinking capabilities.

Key Competencies

Strategic Thinking Financial Leadership Business Acumen Analytical Excellence Attention to Detail Results-Oriented High Integrity Stakeholder Management Problem Solving Ability to Perform Under Pressure

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic and successful organisation where you will:

• Influence strategic business decisions at executive level.

• Lead high-impact reporting and financial planning functions.

• Drive transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Work alongside exceptional leaders in a collaborative environment.

• Make a meaningful contribution to long-term business growth and performance.

Apply Now

If you are a strategic finance professional looking for your next leadership challenge and meet the above requirements, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: www.networkrecruitmentinternational.com

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Package & Remuneration

R 1100000 - R 1300000 - Annually plus + Good bonus