Job Title: Group Finance Manager Purpose of the job This is a unique opportunity for a finance professional to join a dynamic retail butcher business. We are looking for a CA(SA) who is not only technically strong but can also get involved from an operational and strategic perspective to take on all-important role of Group Financial Manager. The Group Financial Manager will provide support, direction, and management to the accounting team. You will play a key role in ensuring the financial health of the company, providing insights and analysis to support informed decision-making. While you'll have the core responsibilities of a finance manager, you'll also gain valuable experience in the retail butcher industry. Financial Reporting Monthly Consolidated Management Accounts: Prepare and analyse monthly consolidated management accounts, including variance analysis and comprehensive commentary. Monthly Financial Review: Collaborate with the Directors to review monthly financial results. Weekly Financial-Operational Report: Present a detailed weekly Financial-Operational report. Annual Consolidation Pack: Prepare the annual consolidation pack. Annual Financial Statements: Draft annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS Accounting Standards. Budgets Annual Budget Management: Oversee the annual budget process. Forecast Updates: Ensure all forecasts are regularly updated. Budget Presentations: Present Capex budgets and project budget reports. Overall responsibility of coordinating and driving the budgeting process. Preparing the final budget submissions in conjunction with the management team. Taxation Statutory Submissions: Handle all statutory submissions, including VAT, EMP, income tax, provisional tax, and more. Cash Flow Cash Flow Forecasting: Prepare cash flow forecasts and manage the group's cash flows. Payment Oversight: Review and approve payments, including EFTs. Qualification: CA(SA) nonnegotiable. Skills & Experience Minimum 7 to 10 years experience gained within Retail, Meat, or Manufacturing Industry. Leadership ability. Time management. People-centric. Strong IFRS Accounting Standards experience, including group consolidations. South African Income Tax and VAT.