Job Description

Financial Director ( JB1149)
Durban CBD
Market Related

A privately-owned property rental company that leverages technology to provide commercial accommodation and is a company that purchases and renovates buildings within the CBD of cities and converts them into apartments. These furnished apartments are available for rent monthly to the public. The organization has proven that their business model of providing affordable accommodation to people who want to work and play in the city works. The company has been working on developing the correct tech to support their business operations and their tech savvy market.

To assume full accountabilities for all financial aspects of the business, including financial/statutory reporting, strategic and tactical decisions affecting and impacting business finance fundamentals, working capital management, corporate activity relating to mergers/acquisitions and greenfield projects, forecasting, tax and legal compliances and budget management across all areas of the business.

Requirements:
B Com Honours in Accounting CA(SA)
Minimum 5 years’ experience post articles
Experience in strategic planning and execution
Skill in examining and re-reengineering operations and procedures
Experience in formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data
Ability to develop and deliver presentations
Ability to identify and secure funding/revenue sources
Ability to communicate and interact at all levels
Work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
Ability to motivate teams and simultaneously manage several projects
Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources

Duties and Responsibilities:
Planning and strategy
Formulate group’s future direction and support tactical initiatives
Develop performance measures that support strategic direction
Implement strategic decision
Develop financial and tax strategies
Manage capital request and budgeting processes
Financial reporting and information management
Monitor banking and working capital management
Develop, implement and maintain business and financial control systems
Effect management of tax
Prepare financial and statutory reports
Monthly management accounts
Business plans
Budgeting and funding
Forecasts and annual budget
Monthly variance analysis
Cash balances and cash forecast
Arrange debt and equity financing
Tax and risk management
Tax compliance
Insurance coverage

Skills Required