Act as a trusted advisor and execution partner to the FD
Translate FD priorities into actionable plans with clear milestones, ownership and outcomes
Provide independent challenge, synthesis and insight on complex strategic and operational matters
Own and manage the FD’s strategic and operational initiatives
Ensure alignment of FD’s initiatives with CEO: Vodacom SA, Vodacom Group CFO and Vodafone Finance priorities
Track progress, risks, interdependencies and benefits realisation
Support enterprise-level financial and operational performance reviews
Identify emerging risks, performance gaps and opportunities requiring FD’s intervention
Ensure consistent performance narratives across Finance, the CEO’s Office, Group, and Vodafone interfaces
Lead preparation and coordination of FD’s inputs for governance forums
Ensure decisions, actions and commitments are documented, tracked and delivered
Support the FD in maintaining strong financial governance, risk management and compliance standards
Lead or support high-priority initiatives on behalf of the FD
Monitor progress on allocated projects deliverables

Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Finance / Accounting / Business Administration / Commerce / Strategy / Management Sciences or equivalent
Postgraduate qualification or MBA Advantageous
At least 8 years’ experience, preferably in finance, strategy, business performance management, or related roles
Minimum of 2 years Leadership/Management experience
Experience working directly with C‑Suite Executives
Experience preparing materials for ExCo, Board, Vodafone Finance and Group governance forums
Leading cross-functional initiatives in fast-paced, complex environments
Experience in translating executive priorities into actionable plans, tracking milestones, risks, dependencies, and benefits
Converting data into executive-ready insights and recommendations for C-Suite Executives

Business Manager – Finance

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