Durban: Risk and Compliance Financial Manager

Duties and Responsibilities: Strategic Projects: Special Projects & Technology: Lead special Group and divisional projects, ensuring strong internal controls and effective risk mitigation. Review and enhance internal controls across the Group ERP system and other integrated platforms. Manage reporting for group forward meetings, including: Automating reporting processes; Maintaining red flag dashboards; Recommending and implementing controls to mitigate risks; and Monitoring and addressing loss-making projects. Automation & Artificial Intelligence (AI): Identify finance and reporting processes suitable for automation and drive implementation. Lead the digitisation of financial records, approvals, and reporting systems across the Group. Streamline month-end and year-end processes through technology solutions. Implement AI-driven tools for predictive analytics, anomaly detection, and enhanced forecasting (including cash flow forecasting). Leverage data analytics and machine learning to identify cost-saving opportunities and operational efficiencies. Develop dashboards and self-service reporting tools using BI platforms. Group Restructure Projects: Lead special projects related to Group restructuring. Prepare and maintain financial models. Collate, review, and submit information for due diligence and financial reporting. Ad Hoc Projects: Support internal audits, risk mitigation, and other initiatives as directed by the Divisional or Group Financial Director. Internal Audit: Audit Planning & Execution: Develop and implement risk-based internal audit plans aligned with organisational goals and regulatory requirements. Lead and manage audit engagements from planning through to reporting. Risk & Control Management: Identify and assess key risk areas within the organisation. Recommend and implement appropriate controls and procedures. Review internal controls within ERP systems and integrated platforms. Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulations, and industry best practices. Reporting: Prepare clear, concise audit reports with actionable recommendations. Present findings to senior management and the Audit Committee. Finance Control, Reporting & Budgeting: Review and approve corporate requisitions. Oversee budget consolidation and the final Group budget reporting pack. Review and authorise monthly sub-ledger and general ledger reconciliations, including: Full balance sheet reconciliations; Creditors trial balance reviews; and Review and consolidate monthly Group WIP, debtors, creditors ageing, and credit note schedules. External Audit: Liaise with Group auditors and support annual external audit planning. Assist with the year-end audit consolidations and related requirements. Prepare annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS for SMEs. Apply now! If you are immediately available and meet the above requirements, apply today. For more exciting Finance vacancies , please visit: