Interim Financial Controller / Senior Finance Manager (Contract)
An exciting opportunity has become available for a highly experienced CA(SA) to step into an Interim Financial Controller / Senior Finance Manager position within a well-established property environment.
This role requires a seasoned finance leader who can provide stability, maintain operational continuity, and ensure strong financial governance during a key transition period. The successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, manage an established finance team, and oversee the financial operations of a multi-entity property portfolio.
Please note: Property industry experience is essential and non-negotiable. Applications without property sector exposure will unfortunately not be considered.
This is a hands-on role suited to a finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial acumen and proven leadership ability.
Contract Overview- Immediate start preferred.
- Fixed-term contract which can become permanent.
- Full-time, office-based position.
- Reporting directly to senior leadership.
- Responsible for ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Reporting- Lead and manage the full finance function across multiple entities.
- Oversee month-end reporting processes and financial close activities.
- Prepare and review monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of financial information.
- Provide meaningful financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Oversee tenant billing and revenue management processes.
- Manage utility recoveries, cost recoveries, and related reconciliations.
- Monitor arrears, collections, and customer account balances.
- Ensure the accurate financial administration of property-related transactions.
- Support the management of a complex property portfolio from a finance perspective.
- Manage cash flow planning, treasury activities, and payment approvals.
- Oversee intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
- Maintain strong financial controls and governance frameworks.
- Ensure compliance with taxation, statutory, and financial reporting requirements.
- Support audit processes and regulatory engagements.
- Lead, mentor, and support an established finance team.
- Maintain operational stability throughout the transition period.
- Document key finance processes and ensure effective knowledge transfer.
- Support the onboarding and handover to the permanent finance lead.
- Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
Qualifications- CA(SA) qualification (essential).
- Minimum 8 years' finance experience.
- Proven experience leading a finance function in a Financial Manager or Financial Controller capacity.
- Property industry experience is essential (non-negotiable).
- Strong understanding of:
- Tenant billing
- Utility recoveries
- Arrears management
- Cash flow management
- Financial reporting
- Multi-entity finance environments
- Experience working within large property portfolios will be highly advantageous.
- Previous interim, transitional, or turnaround experience will be beneficial.
- Strong financial reporting and management accounting expertise.
- Advanced knowledge of financial controls and governance.
- Experience with property management accounting systems.
- Excellent reconciliation and cash flow management capabilities.
- Strong understanding of taxation and compliance requirements.
- Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
- Strong commercial and operational acumen.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement abilities.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong process improvement and documentation skills.
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Sound judgement, problem-solving ability, and decision-making capability.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established property business in a highly visible leadership role. You'll play a critical part in maintaining stability, supporting business continuity, and ensuring a successful transition while partnering closely with senior leadership.
If you're an experienced CA(SA) with a strong property background and are available for an exciting contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
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