TRAFFIC KwaZulu-Natal

Head of Finance

Schlemmer
South African Rand . ZAR 500,000 - 600,000

Job Description

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Are you a technically strong finance leader with experience managing complex group structures within a property or asset-intensive environment?

A well-established and respected property development and investment group based in Umhlanga is seeking a high-calibre Head of Finance to play a pivotal leadership role within the organisation.

This position reports directly to the CFO and requires a hands on, technically astute finance professional who can oversee the full finance function while supporting strategic decision making at an executive level.

WHAT YOU WILL DO
  • Oversee and manage the full finance function across the group
  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly management accounts and annual financial statements (IFRS compliant)
  • Manage complex group accounting structures, consolidations, and inter-company transactions
  • Provide strong technical accounting leadership and interpretation of accounting standards
  • Lead audit processes and manage relationships with external auditors and advisors
  • Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements
  • Support the CFO with strategic financial analysis, board reporting, and key initiatives
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team
  • Continuously improve financial systems, processes, and internal controls
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
  • Chartered Accountant (CA(SA
  • Minimum 10 years' post articles experience
  • Strong exposure to complex group structures and consolidations
  • Advanced technical accounting and IFRS expertise
  • Experience within the property sector or asset intensive environment (highly advantageous)
  • Strong analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced, high performance environment

If you are a driven, technically strong finance leader ready to step into a strategic and impactful role we would love to hear from you - Apply now.

Job Overview

Date Posted
27 Feb 2026
Salary
South African Rand . ZAR 500,000 - 600,000
Location
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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