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SU - Head of Finance

Somewhere

Fully Remote
πŸ“ South Africa
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πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R42,550 – R94,350 ZAR. This role is suited for senior-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa β€” whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Role Description

Responsibilities
* Financial Planning Cycle:Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes to support our expansion into new markets and service offerings.Identify opportunities for revenue growth, cost optimization, and risk management to drive sustainable growth.
* Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis processes to support our expansion into new markets and service offerings.
* Identify opportunities for revenue growth, cost optimization, and risk management to drive sustainable growth.
* Financial Reporting and Compliance:Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial reports to provide insights into our financial performance and inform strategic decision-making.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards relevant to industry.Manage relationships with external auditors and regulatory authorities to uphold our commitment to transparency and integrity.
* Oversee the preparation and analysis of financial reports to provide insights into our financial performance and inform strategic decision-making.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards relevant to industry.
* Manage relationships with external auditors and regulatory authorities to uphold our commitment to transparency and integrity.
* Treasury and Cash Management:Optimize cash flow management and liquidity positions to support our operational needs and strategic investments in talent acquisition and technology.Develop and implement treasury strategies to mitigate financial risks and maximize returns on investments in a rapidly evolving market.
* Optimize cash flow management and liquidity positions to support our operational needs and strategic investments in talent acquisition and technology.
* Develop and implement treasury strategies to mitigate financial risks and maximize returns on investments in a rapidly evolving market.
* Financial Systems and Processes:Enhance financial systems and processes to support our growing business needs, streamline operations, and improve efficiency.Implement best practices in financial controls, governance, and internal audit to maintain the integrity of our financial operations.
* Enhance financial systems and processes to support our growing business needs, streamline operations, and improve efficiency.
* Implement best practices in financial controls, governance, and internal audit to maintain the integrity of our financial operations.
* Cross-Functional Business PartneringDevelop effective working relationships with leaders of every function and support them with data, analysis and insight as neededBecome a trusted adviser and thought leader to the senior leadership teamBuild a strong understanding of the intricacies of each function
* Develop effective working relationships with leaders of every function and support them with data, analysis and insight as needed
* Become a trusted adviser and thought leader to the senior leadership team
* Build a strong understanding of the intricacies of each function
* Leadership and Team Development:Provide strong leadership and mentorship to the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.Develop and empowerfinance andaccounting professionals to excel in their roles and contribute to the success of our organization's growth journey.
* Provide strong leadership and mentorship to the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
* Develop and empowerfinance andaccounting professionals to excel in their roles and contribute to the success of our organization's growth journey.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
* CPA, CFA, or other relevant professional certification preferred.
* Extensive experience (6+ years) managing both accounting and finance functions
* Strong understanding of US and global finance, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements relevant to the industry.
* Demonstrated expertise in financial planning and analysis, treasury management, and M&A activities in a dynamic and rapidly growing environment.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior executives, board members, and external stakeholders.
* Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights and recommendations to support business growth.
* Strong leadership capabilities, with a focus on driving results, fostering collaboration, and developing talent in a high-growth environment.

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

At R42,550/month, this role is competitive with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($2,300/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards β€” use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 614 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs β†’