Head of Finance and Operations

SUMMARY:
Red Ember Recruitment is looking for a Head of Finance and Operations to join a well-established company in either Cape Town or Johannesburg.

POSITION INFO:

Main Purpose:

• Responsible for the financial function of the Foundation.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulatory and legal requirements, while developing and enhancing the Foundation''s financial processes and systems to provide timely information to the CEO and the Board.
• Responsible for facilities across both offices.

Strategy:

• Contribute to the leadership of the Foundation through active participation in Exco.
  
• Influence and contribute to the development of strategies for the Foundation.
  
• Establish, refine, and review the strategy for the area of responsibility.
  
• Oversees submission of monthly dashboards and board reports.

Leadership and People Management:

• Lead and develop the functional team, ensuring adherence to values and exemplary leadership.
  
• Oversee performance management processes, including PMPs and ongoing dialogues.
  
• Facilitate career development plans and participate in talent forums.

Financial Management:

• Initiate cost-saving initiatives within the function to achieve a favorable spending variance.
  
• Ensure adherence to budgets and responsible use of financial resources.
  
• Coordinate external and internal audit processes, addressing audit findings as necessary.
  
• Facilitate discussions and collaborate with functions to ensure sustainable expenditure over the next 10 years.
  
• Approve monthly payroll files and ensure timely payment of salaries.

Governance and Compliance:

• Present proposals and reports to committees such as REMCO, Investment Committee, and Awards Committee.
  
• Attend board meetings, prepare relevant documents, and contribute to strategic discussions.
  
• Identify and address functional risks and compliance issues.
  
• Ensure adherence to governance and compliance requirements.
  
• Prioritize safety measures for Talent, beneficiaries, and partners at Foundation events.
  
• Review, update, and ensure board approval of various organizational policies.

Tax Compliance:

• Approve certificates and ensure timely submission of returns to regulatory bodies.
  
• Strategic Initiatives:
  
• Drive automation, strategic partnerships, and innovation within finance and facilities teams.
  
• Improve financial data management and forecasting processes.

Financial Partnerships:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to increase strategic and financial partnerships for the Foundation.
  

Shared services:

• Assist in improving service offerings to businesses and resolve challenges faced by the shared services team.
  

Facilities Strategy:

• Recommend and facilitate the implementation of facilities management strategies for different locations.

Job Requirements:

• CA preferred.
  
• 10+ years of experience in the desired role with deep experience in financial expertise.
  
• Experience operating at Exco level preferred.
  
• Advanced Specialised Computer Literacy.
  

Benefits:

• Medical aid.
• Prov fund.
• 13th Cheque.