Key Requirements: Degree in Accounting Completed SAICA articles Minimum 5 years' experience in senior financial role Experience in managing and leading a team Strategic planning and execution Knowledge of contracting, accounting, budgeting and cost control Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems and state financial regulations Analyze data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections Professional written and verbal communication skills Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and manage several projects simultaneously Key Performance Areas: Planning Assist in formulating the companys future direction and supporting tactical initiatives Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans Develop financial and tax strategies in consultation with external auditors Manage the capital request and budgeting processes Develop performance measures that support the companys strategic direction Operations Participate in key decisions as a member of executive management team Manage the accounting departments Manage third parties Supervise acquisition due diligence and negotiate acquisitions Ensure record systems are maintained according to generally accepted auditing standards Financial Information Oversee the issuance of financial information Report financial results to board of directors Analyze cash flow, cost controls and expenses to guide business leaders Analyze financial statements to pinpoint potential weak areas Risk Management Understand and mitigate key elements of the companys risk profile Monitor legal issues Construct and monitor reliable control systems Maintain appropriate insurance coverage Ensure compliance to legal and regulatory requirements Maintain relations with external auditors and follow through on recommendations Oversee the approval and processing of revenue, expenditure and position control documents, department budgets, mass salary updates, ledger and account maintenance and data entry Funding and Third Parties Monitor cash balances and forecasts Arrange for debt and equity financing Maintain banking relationships