About the Role

Our client, a diversified international holding company with significant investments across multiple sectors, is seeking a highly experienced Group Financial Manager to join their remote-first leadership team. This critical role will oversee the financial consolidation, reporting, and strategic financial management for all entities within the group. You will be instrumental in ensuring accurate and timely financial information, managing group-level treasury functions, and driving financial planning and analysis across the subsidiaries. As a remote-based position, you will require exceptional self-discipline and communication skills to effectively collaborate with teams located globally. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of group accounting standards (IFRS), intercompany transactions, and robust financial controls. We are seeking a strategic leader with a proven ability to manage complex financial structures and contribute to the overall success of the holding company. This is an unparalleled opportunity for a senior finance professional to operate with autonomy and lead financial operations from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the consolidation of financial statements for the group, ensuring compliance with IFRS.
- Manage intercompany accounting, reconciliation, and elimination processes.
- Oversee group-level treasury operations, including cash management, foreign exchange, and banking relationships.
- Develop and implement robust group-wide financial policies and procedures.
- Drive the group budgeting and forecasting processes, coordinating with subsidiary finance teams.
- Analyze group financial performance, identifying key trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements across all jurisdictions.
- Manage relationships with external auditors,



tax advisors, and other stakeholders.
- Implement and maintain strong internal controls across the group.
- Provide strategic financial advice to the executive management and board of directors.

Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- A professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA) is mandatory.
- Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in financial management, with a significant portion spent in group accounting or holding company environments.
- Expert knowledge of IFRS and consolidation principles.
- Proven experience in managing complex group structures, intercompany transactions, and treasury functions.
- Strong understanding of corporate finance, tax, and legal frameworks relevant to holding companies.
- Advanced proficiency in financial consolidation software (e.g., SAP BPC, Oracle HFM) and ERP systems.
- Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, essential for remote collaboration.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead effectively in a remote, international setting.
- High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
- Experience with cross-border transactions and diverse regulatory environments.

Perks
- This is a fully remote position offering significant global career scope.
- Our client provides a top-tier remuneration package, including a substantial bonus and comprehensive benefits.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and engagement with senior leadership are ample.
- The company fosters a culture of autonomy, excellence, and innovation.
- This role offers the unique advantage of working from anywhere, contributing to a leading international group from Kimberley, Northern Cape (location context for reference, role is remote).

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📌 Group Financial Manager (Kimberley)
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