ALISTAIR Group is one of East and Southern Africa’s fastest-growing service companies, providing a variety of self-delivered logistics solutions across several geographies, aimed with the vision to Make Africa Work Better!

• Lead and oversee the financial shared services organisation, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, general accounting, and financial reporting
• Develop and implement strategies, policies, and procedures to drive efficiency, standardisation, and cost optimisation across the shared services finance functions
• Manage the annual budgeting and forecasting process for the shared services finance organization
• Establish and monitor performance metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and service level agreements (SLAs) to measure and improve operational excellence
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and technology enhancements to streamline financial operations and increase productivity
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, financial regulations, and internal control policies across all shared services finance functions
• Oversee the accurate and timely delivery of financial reports, analyses, and management information to stakeholders
• Collaborate with business units and regional finance teams to understand their needs and align shared services delivery models accordingly
• Manage and develop a team of finance professionals, providing leadership, coaching, and career development opportunities
• Participate in strategic planning and decision-making as a member of the corporate finance leadership team

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CA (SA)
• 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting, and shared services management roles
• Minimum of 5 years of multiple foreign currency/treasury/cash management experience
• Knowledge of Advanced MS Excel and SAP software
• Consolidations/group reporting experience
• Strong leadership, organisation, and project management skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Proven track record in driving operational excellence, process improvements, and cost optimisation
• Proficient in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations, and internal controls
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organisation
• Experience managing and developing high-performing teams