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Finance Director / Head of Finance Jobs

We recruit Finance Director / Head of Finance jobs across the African continent. We have well established relationships across the commerce and industry sector including multinational companies, large corporate businesses and small-to-medium enterprises. We also recruit for the public sector.

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Salary: Negotiable

Location: Johannesburg

Date Posted: 13 June 2025

A leading organisation in Johannesburg is seeking a Finance Operations Lead to join their EMEA Finance Operations team. This pivotal role offers you the chance to shape financial processes across multiple markets, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence. As a qualified Chartered Accountant, your expertise will be instrumental in driving continuous improvement and embedding finance into key business initiatives. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with commercial, sales, and product teams, providing insightful analysis that influences strategic decisions. The position not only allows you to lead the full Record-to-Report (R2R) function but also empowers you to develop a high-performing team and play a crucial part in regional projects. If you are looking for a role where your financial acumen and leadership skills can make a tangible impact while enjoying flexible working opportunities and ongoing professional development, this is the perfect next step in your career. * Take ownership of end-to-end R2R processes, ensuring accurate month-end close activities and statutory submissions across diverse EMEA markets. * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, embedding finance into commercial strategies and supporting business growth through robust financial insights. * Lead and nurture a talented finance team, fostering an environment of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning while driving process optimisation.