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Job Summary
GROUP FINANCE MANAGER - R 600k pa - CBD, CAPE TOWN
Looking for a chance to move beyond the month-end cycle and play a strategic role in shaping how business scales ?
More than just a job, this is your chance to take full ownership of the group finance function, work directly with an ambitious founder, and build the financial systems, reporting, and structure from the ground up as a true finance business partner.
We're not your average corporate. We move fast, build bold, and back ourselves-whether it's scaling new ventures, dominating in new spaces, or setting the pace in our industry. The team? Driven. Vision-led. Dynamic.
Benefits:
The opportunity to shape a growing business group at a foundational level
Exposure to diverse business models and entrepreneurial leadership
A dynamic, fast-paced environment with real room to grow
Key Focus Areas:
Financial Strategy & Planning
Own the full budgeting and forecasting cycle across all group companies
Provide decision-ready insights to the CEO and exec team
Run financial models for business expansions and asset investments
Group Reporting & Controls
Build and implement standardised reporting frameworks
Develop risk controls, policies, and governance procedures
Ensure all statutory obligations and regulatory filings are accurate and up to date
Cash Flow & Treasury Oversight
Maintain daily and long-range visibility into cash across group entities
Optimise working capital and manage relationships with banking partners
Oversee any group funding structures, reserves, or facilities
Leadership & Systemisation
Introduce fit-for-purpose finance systems and tools to streamline reporting
Oversee (and later build) a capable finance team
Prepare for audit readiness and support external financial reviews
Requirements
What We're Looking For:
Degree in Accounting, Financial Management, or equivalent
5+ years ideally across multi-entity structures
Experience in property, services, or entrepreneurial sectors an advantage
Strong cash flow management and financial modelling skills advantageous
Confident communicator who can partner at exec level and roll up sleeves when needed
Benefits
The opportunity to shape a growing business group at a foundational level
Exposure to diverse business models and entrepreneurial leadership
A dynamic, fast-paced environment with real room to grow
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