Executive Director Finance

We’re seeking an accomplished finance leader to join our executive team as

Executive Director – Accounting This role will oversee all aspects of financial accounting, reporting, and control, ensuring the organisation’s financial integrity and strategic alignment with business goals.

The ideal candidate will bring deep technical accounting knowledge, proven leadership at an executive level, and the ability to influence across complex, fast-moving environments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop the financial accounting function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency across all entities and subsidiaries.

Oversee preparation and consolidation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS and internal reporting standards.

Implement and strengthen financial controls, governance, and risk management frameworks.

Partner with the CFO and executive team on financial strategy, capital allocation, and business planning.

Manage statutory audits, external advisors, and relationships with regulators and key stakeholders.

Drive process improvement, automation, and digitalisation initiatives within the finance function.

Mentor and develop high-performing teams across accounting, reporting, and financial control.

Provide financial insight and leadership on major projects, investments, and organisational initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline;

Master’s degree

(MBA or equivalent) preferred.

15+ years’ progressive experience

in accounting, financial control, or audit, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

Strong technical grounding in IFRS, consolidations, and complex group structures.

Proven success managing large-scale financial operations and leading diverse teams.

Exposure to real estate, construction, or large investment-driven businesses is highly desirable.

Professional certification (CPA, CA, CMA, ACCA) preferred.

Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

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