Senior Financial Executive

Company:
Private Equity/Global Asset Management Firm

Introduction

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Senior Financial Executive to join a leading alternative asset management firm based in Johannesburg.

This role offers you the chance to work alongside a highly skilled team of investment professionals who are recognised for their expertise and commitment to delivering outstanding results across Sub-Saharan Africa and other emerging markets.

As the Senior Financial Executive, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and operations of the group, reporting directly to the Group CFO. You will be empowered to lead central strategic financial projects, drive innovation within the finance function, and manage a talented team of finance staff.

Key qualifications and experience required for the Senior Financial Executive

• CA (SA) (non-negotiable)
• Minimum 10 years’ post-articles experience specifically within the Financial Services / Asset Management / Private Equity sector
• Strong Financial Accounting background, Financial Reporting and Treasury experience – NB
• Management of staff experience
• General Financial Management and Financial Control
• Interaction with senior and executive management
• Demonstrated expertise in compliance legislation
• IFRS technical knowledge
• Taxation – international tax, transfer pricing in addition to general taxation - income tax, deferred tax computations, interactions with revenue authorities etc.
• International exposure/experience (advantageous)

• Collaborate with senior management on high-impact initiatives that shape the future direction of the business.
• Take ownership of strategic financial projects, drive innovation in finance processes.
• Lead and manage the full finance, compliance, and secretarial functions for the group, ensuring all processes are executed efficiently and accurately.
• Coach and develop a team of three strong and competent finance professionals.
• Take primary responsibility for overseeing financial management of group operations, including monthly management reporting, review of income statements, balance sheets, cashflow variances, and executive-level reporting.
• Coordinate and drive central strategic financial projects such as new business initiatives, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Oversee accounting and bookkeeping functions, investment assessment activities, valuations, capital efficiency planning, procurement processes, and related financial operations.
• Review month-end consolidation activities including monthly and year-to-date accounts, reconciliations, journals, and ensure accuracy in all financial records.
• Manage tax compliance and planning functions including international tax planning, transfer pricing matters, preparation of tax computations (income tax, VAT, CGT), filings, and correspondence with tax authorities.
• Prepare annual budgets and oversee treasury functions such as cash management and forecasting to support robust financial planning – NB
• Supervise banking oversight activities while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements by project managing the preparation and submission of relevant returns.
• Maintain statutory, secretarial, and regulatory records in accordance with legal standards while developing efficient cost control systems.
• Manage external audits by preparing documentation for operational, interim, and year-end audits; liaise with external service providers including accounting firms, tax advisors, legal counsel, and compliance specialists.

• People management skills
• Consolidation
• Strong interpersonal abilities for effective interaction with senior executives.
• Comprehensive understanding of annual budgeting processes as well as treasury functions such as cash flow planning and forecasting.
• Exceptional project management skills
• Analytical thinking capabilities paired with problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required for clear reporting as well as stakeholder engagement at all levels.
• Deadline and performance orientated
• Advanced proficiency in Excel is mandatory.

• Driving strategy
• Stakeholder focus
• Enabling innovation
• Develop, implement and evolve effective financial reporting and business intelligence