KingMakers Head of Finance Jobs in South Africa

KingMakers Head of Finance Jobs in South Africa



Role Overview:
  • We are looking for an experienced and motivated Head of Finance to manage our Finance Department in South Africa and to provide strategic financial guidance to our online sports betting and i-gaming business in South Africa. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial reporting, financial planning and analysis and overseeing the day-to-day financial operations. The Head of Finance will report directly to the ‘General Manager – South Africa’ and indirectly to the ‘KingMakers Group CFO, based in the UK’. The Head of Finance will also work closely with the Department Heads to ensure the financial health and success of the company.

    What You Will Be Doing:
  • Lead and manage the finance department, providing guidance and direction as and when required.
  • Manage and oversee financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, tax, and treasury functions.
  • Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reports and statements.
  • Monitor and analyse financial performance, identifying trends and providing insights to senior management.
  • Work with the Group Finance team to implement best-practice financial policies and procedures.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial operations and improve efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and laws governing the online sports betting and i-gaming industry.
  • Manage relationships with external financial partners, including banks, auditors, and tax advisors.
  • Build, develop and maintain financial models and forecasts that support business decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Collaborate with non-finance departments, including marketing, product development, and customer services to provide financial insights and analysis that inform business decisions.
  • Work with department heads to develop and implement financial strategies to support business goals.
  • Prepare accurate and insightful management information, including the monthly results pack for South Africa, including variance analysis and comparatives against budget and forecast.
  • Lead the South Africa Budget process by collaborating with Group Finance and department heads to develop a detailed bottom-up budget that can be measured against throughout the year, ensuring alignment with the Group’s long-term growth targets.
  • Growth Initiatives: define and measure against detailed strategic growth initiatives including product launches and marketing campaigns.
  • Ad-hoc project work when required.

    What You Need for This Role:
  • CPA or SAICA certification required
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred
  • Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices, including IFRS and GAAP
  • Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
  • Experience working with ERP systems and financial software
  • Experience of creating and maintaining financial models,
    such as budgets, forecasts and five-year plans
  • Proven success in financial management, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data to support decision making
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
  • Experience in a gaming, entertainment or a digital business would be an advantage

    How you do it – Expectations for fulfilling your role:
    As a general rule at KingMakers we want people to be:
  • Customer Focus: We keep the customer at the center of everything we do.
  • Passion & Dedication: We are passionate about what we do, employing only smart, honest, dedicated, and results oriented team players.
  • Openness, Honesty & Directness: We embrace a culture of candor and work together towards the right solution whilst being open, honest, and willing to give and receive feedback, judgment-free. We play the ball, not the person.
  • Innovation & Big Thinking: We think like owners. If we see a problem, we find a solution. We are pragmatic and always strive to do more with less.
  • Speed & Focus: We plan, we strategize, but mostly, we DO. Without doing there is no progress, we can always change direction but only if we start moving. Fast beats slow.
  • Low Ego: The best solutions are achieved when we leave our egos at the door. We always seek opportunities to learn in every situation. No job too small.
  • Fun: On balance, we believe in having fun whilst working. We maintain perspective as best as we can, and together, we celebrate our successes.
  • Beyond our great company benefits and competitive salaries, we recognize that to grow sustainably and thrive positively we need to engage the right talent because our people are a merit to our success. We have an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive and where everybody has a seat at the table.

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; KingMakers Head of Finance Jobs in South Africa

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