Gauteng: Executive Manager: Finance posted by Smith Garb

? Position Overview

The Executive Manager: Finance is responsible for the organisation’s overall financial management, including:

• Financial strategy and planning
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Tax, audit, and compliance
• Treasury and cash flow management
• System optimisation and technology integration
• Governance, controls, and risk management
• Leadership and development of the finance team

You’ll work closely with the Chief Financial Officer and other executive leaders to ensure sustainable growth and financial stability.

? Key Responsibilities

• Lead all financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes across all business units.
• Oversee monthly and annual financial close processes.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, Tax Acts, Companies Act, and other statutory requirements.
• Manage internal, external, and BBBEE audit processes.
• Implement and optimise finance-related technology systems and automation initiatives.
• Oversee treasury and working capital management.
• Prepare detailed management accounts, financial statements, and board reports.
• Develop and maintain strong governance frameworks and internal controls.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team to enhance performance and capability.

? Minimum Requirements

• CA(SA) (essential)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Senior Financial Management or Executive Finance position
• Proven record of managing and developing finance teams
• System migration experience (advantageous)
• Aviation industry experience (advantageous)
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office and Excel
• Experience using Sage Intacct preferred

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strategic financial management and analytical capability
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS, governance, compliance)
• Advanced financial modelling and reporting skills
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement ability
• High attention to detail and professional integrity
• Effective decision-making under pressure
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

? About the Opportunity

This is a high-impact, leadership role offering the opportunity to influence financial strategy at executive level.
You’ll lead a skilled finance team, collaborate across departments, and ensure the organisation’s financial sustainability through innovation, governance, and operational excellence.
? Location: West Rand Area / Randburg
? Level: Executive / Senior Management
? Employment Type: Permanent
Ready to make an impact?
If you meet the above criteria and are driven by excellence, apply today. 
All applications will be handled with complete confidentiality.