Job Description

Job Summary
An established organisation within the renewable energy and infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced Group Financial Manager (CA(SA)) to oversee and coordinate all finance functions across a diverse group of entities.
This strategic role requires a qualified Chartered Accountant with strong group reporting, consolidation, and financial governance experience, ideally gained in renewable energy, infrastructure, project finance, or large asset-based industries.
Please kindly forward your suitable CV with relevant qualifications to .
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee and manage the full financial operations across multiple entities, including budgeting, forecasting, and compliance.
Review and consolidate monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
Develop and implement risk management strategies and financial controls.
Lead annual budgeting, group forecasting, and financial planning processes.
Oversee external audits, tax compliance, and financial reporting in line with statutory requirements.
Review commercial contracts and key financial obligations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Provide strategic financial input to the board and senior leadership, including cashflow, distributions, and governance oversight.
Manage and mentor a small team, promoting collaboration and continuous improvement.
Contribute to ongoing business growth through financial analysis, process optimisation, and performance insights.
Requirements:
Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) - non-negotiable.
Minimum of 8 years' post-articles experience, with at least 3 years at a group or senior finance management level.
Proven experience within renewable energy, project finance, or related large asset-based industries (essential).
Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, consolidations, and corporate governance.
Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
Proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, and Excel modelling.
Attributes:
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach.
Meticulous attention to detail and results-driven mindset.
Strong business acumen and ability to influence at executive level.
High integrity and professional maturity.
This is a pivotal leadership role offering exposure to complex financial structures and the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a dynamic group within the renewable energy sector.
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