Description:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelors degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field (NQF 8 or higher); CA (SA) or CIMA qualification preferred. Minimum 712 years of progressive financial experience, with at least 57 years in senior management roles across multi-country operations. Demonstrated experience in Agriculture, Mining, Logistics, or similar sectors with complex operations. Strong track record of leading finance teams across multiple countries, implementing financial controls, and managing audits. Knowledge of IFRS, local accounting standards, taxation, and regulatory requirements in African countries. Duties & Responsibilities Strategic Financial Leadership & Business Partnership Define and execute the financial strategy for divisional operations across multiple countries and/or operations in line with the organisations overall business objectives. Partner with divisional leadership to provide financial insights that guide strategic decision-making, operational improvements, and investment planning. Develop financial models and scenario planning to support expansion, new market entry, and capital investment decisions. Monitor and analyse macroeconomic, currency, commodity, and geopolitical risks across markets to anticipate financial impact. Financial Management & Performance Oversight Ensure all operations deliver accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting, including management accounts, operational dashboards, and consolidated divisional reports. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance monitoring for each country operation, ensuring alignment with approved divisional and corporate targets. Provide guidance and approvals for operational and capital expenditure, ensuring prioritization aligns with strategic goals. Review capital expenditure requests, draft DCFs and capital motivations. Lead the preparation of consolidated financial statements for the division, ensuring compliance with IFRS and local accounting standards.
COMPLIANCE, GOVERNANCE & RISK MANAGEMENT
Ensure compliance with tax laws, statutory reporting requirements, foreign exchange regulations, and country-specific accounting standards. Implement robust internal controls and financial governance across all operations to safeguard assets and mitigate fraud or misstatement. Liaise with external auditors, regulators, banks, and other stakeholders to ensure all operations are fully compliant. Identify and manage financial risks, including commodity price volatility, currency exposure, and operational risks.
CASH FLOW, WORKING CAPITAL & CAPITAL ALLOCATION
Oversee liquidity management for multiple operations, ensuring sufficient working capital and operational efficiency. Monitor
09 Jan 2026;
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gumtree.co.za