General Manager: Group Finance

  • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Omnia Group
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Location: Fourways, Gauteng
Business Unit: Group Management | Finance
Reports To: Finance Director


ABOUT US

At Omnia Holdings, we are more than a diversified chemicals group, we are a purpose-driven organisation committed to enabling a sustainable future. Operating across agriculture, mining and chemicals, we combine deep industry expertise with innovation to create solutions that drive performance, efficiency and responsible resource use.

Joining Omnia means being part of a collaborative, high-performance environment where people are empowered to make a tangible impact at scale. We are seeking talented professionals who are motivated to contribute to our growth, uphold our values, and help shape the future of our organisation.

Our shared purpose drives us every day: Innovating to enhance life, together creating a greener future.

With more than 70 years of expertise, Omnia is a diversified international business operating across agriculture, mining and chemicals. Operating in 26 countries and distributing products and services across more than 40 countries, we deliver innovative solutions that support food security, responsible mining and sustainable industrial development.

Our people are united by a commitment to innovation, integrity, collaboration and excellence. Through meaningful work, continuous development and a strong purpose-driven culture, we create opportunities for our people to make a lasting impact.

Together, we are creating a greener future.


WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

The General Manager: Group Finance is responsible for strategic leadership and oversight of the Group's financial consolidation, external reporting and treasury functions, ensuring accurate, compliant and timely financial information, strong financial governance, and effective liquidity and risk management across the listed entity's multinational operations.


WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation

  • Deliver accurate and timely consolidated financial results in compliance with IFRS, JSE Listings Requirements and internal policies across multiple entities and jurisdictions.

Financial Governance & Compliance

  • Establish and maintain a robust financial control environment, ensuring regulatory compliance, sound accounting judgments and effective engagement with external and internal auditors.

Group Treasury Management

  • Lead group treasury activities including cash management, liquidity planning, funding, FX and interest rate risk management, and banking relationships in line with the Board-approved risk appetite.

Strategic Financial Insight & Advisory

  • Provide high-quality financial insights to Executive Management and the Board to support strategic decision-making, capital allocation and value creation.

Systems, Processes & Continuous Improvement

  • Drive consistency, standardisation and continuous improvement in group finance processes, consolidation systems and treasury operations.

Other

  • Build trusted relationships with executive management, Board committees, auditors and banking partners.
  • Partners effectively with regional and business unit finance teams to ensure alignment and consistent application of group standards.
  • Actively manage team performance and entrench the Omnia values.


WHAT YOU WILL BRING

Qualifications

  • CA(SA)


Experience

  • 10+ years' experience in a senior finance role and a member of an entity's executive committee


Key Competencies

  • Advanced understanding of IFRS and group consolidation principles
  • Expertise in foreign currency translation and treasury risk management
  • Strong knowledge of listed company reporting and regulatory requirements
  • Ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information clearly
  • Strong analytical, review and problem solving capability


Leadership & Behavioural Competencies

  • Strategic thinking: Anticipates future financial and risk implications and aligns finance delivery to business strategy.
  • Results driven execution: Delivers high quality outcomes within tight reporting timelines.
  • Governance focused judgment: Applies professional scepticism and sound judgment in complex or sensitive matters.
  • People leadership: Builds high performing teams, develops capability and drives accountability.
  • Change leadership: Champions continuous improvement and finance transformation initiative.


WHY JOIN OMNIA

Join an organisation where innovation, sustainability and purpose come together. Shape Health, Safety and Security strategy across a leading international business while contributing to a greener future.


DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

Omnia is committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.


THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST

Thank you for your interest in joining Omnia. Every application is carefully reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. While only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, we truly appreciate the time you've taken to apply and encourage you to keep an eye on future opportunities with us.