Director – Corporate Finance (South Africa) Reporting to: Chief Financial Officer Location: Johannesburg, South Africa Position Purpose The Finance Director will lead and oversee all financial operations of the representation office and project company entities in South Africa, ensuring robust financial governance, compliance, treasury operations, tax and business decision support. The role includes end‑to‑end responsibility for budgeting, financial reporting, operational finance, treasury and cash management, external audits, and systems implementation, with a focus on supporting project finance environments and multi‑entity operations. Responsibilities Budgeting & Forecasting Lead the annual budget and periodic forecast processes across corporate and project entities. Monitor budgetary performance and analyze variances, ensuring corrective action as needed. Ensure alignment between project‑level cash flow forecasts and corporate planning cycles. Develop financial objectives for corporate and project entities, ensuring alignment with group strategic objectives and KPIs. Management of Funding Requirements Develop and manage funding plans for both project companies under construction and the representation office’s operational requirements. Coordinate equity and debt drawdowns in line with financing agreements, shareholder requirements, and lender expectations. Ensure timely and compliant disbursement requests, including preparation and validation of Conditions Precedent (CPs), financial models, and drawdown certificates. Maintain a comprehensive funding calendar and proactively liaise with shareholders, lenders, and internal teams to align capital inflows with project cash flow requirements and expenditure schedules. Monitor fund flows and utilization to ensure traceability and alignment with contractual obligations. Oversee working capital and treasury needs of the representation office, ensuring sufficient liquidity for day‑to‑day operations while minimizing idle cash. Ensure compliance with funder reporting requirements and debt covenants across the capital structure. Support structuring of shareholder funding instruments (e.g., equity injections, shareholder loans) and maintain accurate intercompany positions. Financial Management & Reporting Oversee preparation of consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure high‑quality accounting and reporting in line with IFRS and group policies. Supervise bookkeeping, reconciliations, and accounting close processes. Provide project‑level accounting oversight including cost tracking and reporting. Deliver periodic reporting on group KPIs including analysis of results. Treasury & Cash Management Manage all aspects of treasury operations including cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and funding strategies. Maintain banking relationships and ensure cost‑effective banking operations. Oversee foreign exchange & interest rate risk management and intercompany funding structures. Align treasury policies with project finance requirements and lender expectations. Operational Finance (Project Companies) Establish and oversee financial operations and internal controls at the project companies’ level. Ensure all transaction cycles including revenue, expenditures, payroll, financing and fixed assets are effectively managed. Implement reporting, disbursement, and compliance procedures aligned with financing agreements. Coordinate with project teams to ensure financial procedures support operational execution and contractual obligations. Ensure timely appropriate communications to external stakeholders, including off‑takers and EPC contractors, regarding financial matters. Processes, Systems & Controls Design and implement fit‑for‑purpose financial systems and tools to support scalable growth. Ensure systems integration and automation between the representation office and project entities, including appropriate utilization of the group ERP system. Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, internal controls, and reporting systems. Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and monitor the performance of outsourcing arrangements ensuring adherence to group policies. Risk Management & Compliance Develop and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls. Identify, monitor, and mitigate financial risks including project finance compliance risks. Ensure compliance with tax, VAT, audit, and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions. Audit & Assurance Coordinate annual external audits and interim reviews with auditors in line with group reporting timelines. Ensure timely and accurate preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation. Monitor and report changes in key accounting matters and estimates. Follow up on audit recommendations and implement corrective actions. Tax Planning & Compliance Support the group Tax team in key financial decisions for appropriate tax planning. Oversee completion of periodic tax filings for corporate and project entities including VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and timely submissions. Oversee VAT account reconciliation and follow up on refunds and payments. Ensure correct VAT treatment of transactions in line with local laws. Liaise with tax consultants for effective communications with tax authorities. Business Analytics & Decision Support Provide data‑driven insights and analysis to support commercial decisions and investment assessments. Deliver financial modelling, scenario analysis, and business case support for new and ongoing projects. Support shareholder and board reporting with clear, actionable financial information. Team Management Manage finance team employees by overseeing their recruitment, training, development and performance management, to build a high performing team. Work autonomously to ensure the group’s objectives are met, whilst maintaining appropriate timely communications with the HQ Corporate Office. Person Specification Qualifications & Experience Evidence of setting up a finance function for a project‑focused business. 10+ years’ work experience. 5+ years in a managerial role. Experience managing multi‑entity structures including SPVs and representation offices. Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline. Qualified accountant (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA) with strong IFRS expertise and local GAAP. Related/Technical Skills Accounting software – Expert. Accounting concepts and accounting standards under IFRS accounting standards – Expert. MS Office Suite – Expert. Quality Management – Expert. Submit CV to: #J-18808-Ljbffr