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Head of Finance
Hollard Insurance · Johannesburg
Job description
About the role
We are seeking a strategic finance leader to drive financial reporting, governance and transformation across a complex international environment. Reporting directly to the Hollard International CFO, the Head of Finance will shape finance strategy and ensure robust financial insight for better business decisions.
Key responsibilities
- Lead monthly, quarterly and annual group and company financial reporting, including board packs, statutory statements and audit coordination.
- Oversee regulatory reporting and submissions to relevant statutory bodies.
- Manage treasury functions, cash‑flow planning, tax, payments, collections and cost control across the Group.
- Implement and monitor financial control frameworks and governance practices.
- Drive finance‑related transformation projects such as process automation, AI‑enabled capabilities and operating model enhancements.
- Support the rollout of new accounting standards, including IFRS updates and technical accounting requirements.
- Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting and performance management.
- Represent Finance on governance forums, especially Audit and Risk Committees, and build strong relationships with country finance teams, auditors and key stakeholders.
Required profile
- Extensive experience in senior finance leadership within an international, multi‑entity environment.
- Proven track record of delivering high‑quality financial reporting and audit outcomes.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, treasury management and tax compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to lead transformation initiatives and embed robust control frameworks.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Required skills
- IFRS accounting standards
- Financial reporting and audit management
- Regulatory reporting
- Treasury and cash‑flow planning
- Finance transformation, process automation and AI integration
What we offer
- Opportunity to shape finance strategy at a global insurer.
- Leadership of a high‑performing finance function.
- Exposure to complex, cross‑border financial operations.
- Collaborative environment with senior executive visibility.
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