Job Description
Our client, a leading player in the logistics and supply chain industry, is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Financial Shared Services to lead and optimise its finance shared services function, based in Centurion
This senior leadership role requires a commercially astute CA(SA) with strong operational finance expertise, proven leadership capability, and extensive experience managing large finance teams within a complex corporate environment.
Minimum Requirements:
Registered CA (SA) qualification is essential
Minimum 10 years' relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management role leading large teams
Strong leadership and stakeholder management capability
SAP experience advantageous
Proven ability to lead, collaborate, and drive performance within a shared services or corporate finance environment
Key Responsibitlites:
Lead and drive Financial Shared Services strategy in alignment with business objectives
Ensure strong financial governance, IFRS compliance and adherence to internal controls and company policies
Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Fixed Assets and Creditor management functions
Manage monthly reporting, reconciliations, year-end processes, statutory compliance and audit requirements
Drive process improvement initiatives, operational efficiencies and service excellence across the finance function
Participate in ERP and systems improvement projects to enhance business performance and reporting capability
Manage credit control processes, supplier relationships and risk management activities
Oversee fixed asset management, asset verification processes and compliance with IFRS and tax legislation
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, auditors, legal representatives and suppliers
Lead, mentor and develop large multidisciplinary finance teams while fostering a high-performance culture
Ensure service delivery standards, KPI's, SLA's and performance targets are achieved consistently
Competencies:
Strong strategic leadership ability with the capacity to align teams and drive business objectives
Sound financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, financial management and IFRS compliance
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing capability across all levels of the business
Proven ability to drive operational excellence, process improvement, and service delivery enhancement
Strong people leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and develop high-performance teams
Ability to foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Core Skills:
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent verbal and written communication and report writing ability
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
Advanced computer literacy, including strong MS Office and Excel proficiency
Strong presentation, numeracy, and strategic influencing capability
Logical, lateral, and innovative thinking ability
Strong organisational awareness and ability to leverage technology effectively
Knowledge of feasibility and appraisal methods advantageous