Head of Financial Transactions
Alistair Group
Africa, South Africa, Gauteng, Sandton
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Salary
$30,000 Per Year
Rank
Director
Responsibility
Head of SS/GBS
Scope
Regional
Workplace
100% in office
Functions
Finance
Legal
Reports to
Level
0
Travel Max:
0%
Posting Date
07-03-2024
Description
ALISTAIR Group is one of East and Southern Africa’s fastest-growing service companies, providing a variety of self-delivered logistics solutions across several geographies, aimed with the vision to Make Africa Work Better!
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the financial shared services organisation, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, general accounting, and financial reporting
- Develop and implement strategies, policies, and procedures to drive efficiency, standardisation, and cost optimisation across the shared services finance functions
- Manage the annual budgeting and forecasting process for the shared services finance organization
- Establish and monitor performance metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and service level agreements (SLAs) to measure and improve operational excellence
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and technology enhancements to streamline financial operations and increase productivity
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, financial regulations, and internal control policies across all shared services finance functions
- Oversee the accurate and timely delivery of financial reports, analyses, and management information to stakeholders
- Collaborate with business units and regional finance teams to understand their needs and align shared services delivery models accordingly
- Manage and develop a team of finance professionals, providing leadership, coaching, and career development opportunities
- Participate in strategic planning and decision-making as a member of the corporate finance leadership team
Qualification & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CA (SA)
- 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, and shared services management roles
- Minimum of 5 years of multiple foreign currency/treasury/cash management experience
- Knowledge of Advanced MS Excel and SAP software
- Consolidations/group reporting experience
- Strong leadership, organisation, and project management skills
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
- Proven track record in driving operational excellence, process improvements, and cost optimisation
- Proficient in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and internal controls
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organisation
- Experience managing and developing high-performing teams
Benefits
- Insurance Benefits
- Retirement Benefits
- Vacation Policy
- Other Perks and Benefits…
Company Profile
Alistair Group
Industry
Truck Transportation
Revenue
$38M
Employees
458
Fortune 500 Rank
NA
Global 500 Rank
NA
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