Group Financial Manager: Reporting

Company description: The Clinix Health Group (CHG) assists communities to live longer, healthier lives through the provision of quality and affordable healthcare. The Group provides integrated world-class healthcare systems both internally and externally to the broader ecosystem as a trusted local citizen.

Job Title: Group Financial Manager: Reporting

Location: Clinix Health Group – Hyde Park

Reports to: HOD Finance Ops & Projects

JOB SUMMARY

The Group Financial Manager: Reporting is responsible for ensuring the complete, accurate, and timely reporting of financial information across the Group. The role provides strategic financial insight through analysis, modelling, budgeting, forecasting, treasury management, statutory reporting, and project evaluation to support sound business decisions and sustainable organisational growth.

REQUIREMENTS

• CA (SA).

 Advantageous Qualifications

• Business-related degree

 Minimum Experience

• 5 to 7 years' experience in financial planning and management.
• Strong financial management background.
• Previous group reporting experience.

Key Knowledge & Skills

• Sound knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry.
• Advanced computer literacy.
• Strong financial acumen.
• Financial modelling expertise.

 Key Competencies

• Planning and Organising
• Results Management
• Partnering and Relationship Building
• Client Centricity
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail
• Interactive Communication
• Business Perspective
• Financial Budgeting, Planning and Reporting
• Financial Analysis and Interpretation

 DELIVERABLES

Corporate Governance & Compliance

• Promote and uphold sound corporate governance practices.
• Maintain an effective risk management and internal control environment.
• Manage external and internal audit processes and respond to audit queries.
• Develop, review, and maintain Group Finance policies, procedures, and standards.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly financial reporting for the Group.
• Enhance the quality and integrity of:
• Weekly dashboards
• Monthly Exco reports
• Monthly and quarterly forecasts
• Interim statutory reports
• Coordinate and consolidate the Group's annual budgeting process.
• Lead the preparation of annual consolidated financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and statutory reporting requirements.
• Provide financial reporting support and guidance to stakeholders across the business.

Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Develop and implement effective working capital management strategies.
• Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts.
• Manage daily cash requirements and liquidity across the Group.
• Safeguard cash assets and ensure sound treasury controls.
• Ensure sufficient funding for operational and capital expenditure requirements.
• Optimise investment of surplus cash resources.

Strategic Financial Analysis

• Analyse and model strategic projects to determine financial viability.
• Develop business cases for new investments and initiatives.
• Assess funding requirements and recommend financing solutions.
• Evaluate industry trends, business opportunities, and acquisition prospects.
• Monitor project performance against approved business cases and report on outcomes.
• Drive optimal utilisation and return on assets across the Group.

Cost Management & Financial Performance

• Identify, analyse, and monitor cost-saving opportunities.
• Recommend and implement cost optimisation initiatives.
• Monitor expenditure against budgets and forecasts.
• Analyse financial trends and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Ensure financial controls and governance requirements are adhered to.

Reporting, Risk & Governance

• Establish and maintain reporting best practices across the finance function.
• Prepare quarterly Audit and Risk Committee reports.
• Deliver accurate, complete, and timely management information.
• Monitor compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal governance requirements.
• Support effective risk identification, mitigation, and reporting.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business leaders to support strategic and operational objectives.
• Partner with IT and other departments to ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial information.
• Promote collaboration and alignment across the value chain.

Self-Management & Professional Development

• Participate in continuous professional and personal development initiatives.
• Adhere to all organisational policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Support transformation and skills development objectives within the business.