Our client is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization operating within the financial services sector. They are committed to driving innovation and delivering exceptional value to their stakeholders. With a strong focus on strategic growth and operational excellence, they foster a collaborative environment where financial insights directly influence business direction and success.
Job Description
Are you a seasoned finance professional with a passion for insightful financial reporting and strategic analysis? This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a critical function within a respected financial services organization. You will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, optimizing performance, and driving impactful decision-making across the business. This role offers the chance to mentor a talented team, enhance reporting frameworks, and contribute to the company\'s continued success and growth. If you thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment and are eager to make a tangible difference, we encourage you to explore this exciting prospect.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the financial reporting framework, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of weekly, monthly, and annual performance reports to key stakeholders, including executive leadership and board members.
- Drive revenue and cost optimization initiatives by conducting insightful financial and commercial analysis, identifying risks and opportunities, and recommending strategic improvements.
- Present financial results, key trends, and areas for improvement to senior management and other stakeholders with clarity and strategic foresight.
- Continuously seek and implement improvements in financial processes and procedures, managing change effectively to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Manage and develop a team of finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture through effective recruitment, performance management, coaching, and talent development.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with various business units to provide commercial thought leadership and support strategic decision-making.
Requirements
Must-Haves :
Must be a CA(SA) or CIMAA minimum of 5 years of experience in management accounting and / or financial performance and planning roles.Cost optimization & Financial Modelling experience2-3 years of proven management experience, with a track record of leading and developing teams.A 3-year university degree in Accounting, Financial Accounting, and / or Business.Excellent communication skills, with a strong ability to articulate strategic and financial reporting to executive and leadership teams (both verbally and in writing).Strong analytical skills, including variance analysis and the ability to interpret the impact of current and forecast circumstances on future business performance.Solid understanding of accounting principles, including IFRS.Proficiency in designing and reviewing accurate financial models in Excel.Experience with complex General Ledger (GL) and reporting systems, such as Oracle.Knowledge of the retail financial services business or similar large corporate environments.#J-18808-Ljbffr