The Role<\/span><\/b>
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The Financial Manager is a
senior leadership role, responsible for leading and managing all statutory
financial accounting processes, including the development, implementation, and
enforcement of financial policies and procedures. This role drives risk management,
corporate compliance, and enterprise governance processes, ensuring adherence
to regulatory and statutory requirements, as well as internal corporate
governance standards. The Financial Manager oversees the internal control
environment, financial systems, and business processes, ensuring their
integrity, accuracy, and compliance. The position also encompasses strategic
financial planning, performance management, and providing financial insights to
executive leadership, while fostering relationships with key internal and
external stakeholders.<\/span>
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Key Responsibilities<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Financial Management and
Compliance<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Lead and oversee all
statutory financial accounting processes, policies, and procedures to
ensure legal and regulatory compliance.<\/span>
<\/li>Drive the governance
and risk management framework to ensure sound corporate governance
practices.<\/span>
<\/li>Regularly review,
strengthen and enforce the internal control environment, financial
systems, and business processes for compliance, risk mitigation and
efficiency.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Performance Management and
Reporting<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Provide accurate
performance analysis and timely reporting to facilitate informed
decision -making.<\/span>
<\/li>Oversee the core
business processes, including Business Plans and Strategy.<\/span>
<\/li>Act as a central point
for internal and external queries on reporting and oversee the preparation
of management reports and presentations.<\/span>
<\/li>Maintain a clear
understanding of external factors affecting performance, such as
competitor industry economics.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Statutory Reporting and
Governance<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Manage timely and
accurate financial reporting, taxation, audit, and treasury functions.<\/span>
<\/li>Lead the integrated
risk management program and provide financial advice on capital and
operational expenditure.<\/span>
<\/li>Ensure adherence to
corporate and financial governance standards, including the Companies Act,
Income Tax Act, and King Commission standards (I, II, III).<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Compliance and Corporate Risk
Management<\/span><\/b>
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Develop, implement, and
maintain a compliance framework aligned with regulatory requirements and
corporate governance best practices.<\/span>
<\/li>Monitor compliance with
local and international financial regulations, including but not limited
to tax laws, financial reporting standards, and anti -bribery and
anti -corruption legislation.<\/span>
<\/li>Report on compliance
risks and incidents to executive leadership and the Board, ensuring timely
mitigation actions are in place.<\/span>
<\/li>Collaborate with
internal and external auditors, legal advisors, and regulatory bodies to
ensure seamless audits and inspections.<\/span>
<\/li>Ensure corporate risk
registers are maintained, updated, and aligned with organisational
strategy and objectives.<\/span>
<\/li>Champion a culture of
compliance and risk awareness across the organisation.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Business Modelling and Capital
Projects<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Manage the various
capital project budgets<\/span>
<\/li>Manage the IPP SPVs
debt<\/span>
<\/li>Provide input on
investment evaluations and contribute to long -term financial planning and
modelling.<\/span>
<\/li>Analyse and advise on
potential investments, re -financing, mergers, acquisitions, and capital
expenditure projects to ensure alignment with the company’s objectives and
risk management criteria.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Shared Services Coordination<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Coordinate shared
services reporting to deliver accurate and timely information for
decision -making.<\/span>
<\/li>Provide input on
designing a business process improvement framework, ensuring stakeholder
needs are met.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Strategic Capacity Building and
Leadership<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Lead, mentor, and
develop the finance and support teams to enhance their performance,
competencies, and capabilities.<\/span>
<\/li>Foster a high
performance culture through transformation, talent management, and
succession planning.<\/span>
<\/li>Build strategic
capacity to achieve the department’s business plan and drive
organisational success.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Financial Budgeting and
Management<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Prepare, monitor, and
control the company and the various IP SPV budgets to ensure
efficient resource allocation and cost savings.<\/span>
<\/li>Approve expenditures
within authorisation limits and oversee capital expenditure.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Systems Optimisation<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Manage the health and
functionality of finance systems, including conducting improvement
projects to enhance reporting capabilities.<\/span>
<\/li>Ensure data integrity
and security of financial systems in compliance with data protection
regulations and best practices.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Stakeholder Relationships:<\/span><\/b>
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Foster and maintain
strategic relationships with critical banking partners, equity providers,
suppliers, clients, and other external partners.<\/span>
<\/li>Actively contribute to
the strategic direction of the business as a key member of the executive
team.<\/span>
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Requirements<\/h3>
Role Requirements:<\/span><\/b>
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Qualifications<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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B Com Degree (Hons.) in
Accounting (NQF Level 7) or an equivalent degree with training in
Accounting and Financial Management.<\/span>
<\/li>Registered Chartered
Accountant (CA)SA preferred.<\/span>
<\/li>Risk Management and
Compliance certifications would be advantageous.<\/span>
<\/li>Valid Driver’s License
and Certificate of Fitness (COF).<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Experience<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Extensive senior -level
experience in financial and technical management, including financial
control, taxation, treasury, and insurance.<\/span>
<\/li>Proven expertise in
enterprise risk management, corporate governance, and regulatory
compliance frameworks.<\/span>
<\/li>Experience in managing
multi -jurisdictional operations and compliance.<\/span>
<\/li>Knowledge of the
renewable energy sector.<\/span>
<\/li>Demonstrated trust and
honesty in handling finances and cash.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Knowledge & Skills<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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In -depth knowledge of
financial management, budgeting, and management accounting.<\/span>
<\/li>Expertise in financial
risk management systems and controls.<\/span>
<\/li>Knowledge of corporate
governance, regulatory compliance, and auditing principles.<\/span>
<\/li>Familiarity with
legislation such as the Companies Act, Income Tax Act, and King Commission
standards.<\/span>
<\/li>Proficiency in
financial reporting, including preparation of financial statements,
balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.<\/span>
<\/li>Strong knowledge of
cost accounting, tax reporting, and governance requirements.<\/span>
<\/li>Advanced skills in
financial and legal policies, risk management theories, and principles.<\/span>
<\/li>Competence in
competition law and capital project requirements.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Personal Attributes<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Strong report writing,
auditing, and analytical skills.<\/span>
<\/li>Excellent
problem -solving and conflict -handling capabilities.<\/span>
<\/li>Proficient in MS Office
Suite (Excel and PowerPoint at an advanced level) and SAP systems.<\/span>
<\/li>Exceptional
influencing, networking, and decision -making skills.<\/span>
<\/li>High attention to
detail, assertiveness, and risk management ability.<\/span>
<\/li>Demonstrates the Company values and behavioural competencies.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>Character & Attributes<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>
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Ethical, honest, and
professional with high integrity.<\/span>
<\/li>Strong commercial
acumen and strategic thinking abilities.<\/span>
<\/li>Adaptable and
collaborative leadership style with a proactive approach to challenges.<\/span>
<\/li>Committed to staff
retention, transformation, and organisational development.<\/span>
<\/li>Willingness and
availability to travel extensively within Africa and internationally<\/span>
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