Website Ignition Group
The Ignition Group is one of Africa's largest providers of technology, media, telecommunication and financial services, and is built around a powerful purpose – to make life better through innovative technology. We approach markets that are traditionally complex and contested, and then simplify the… read morem, making life easier for consumers, and business more efficient for our partners. Ignition, a central business vertical to the Ignition Group, was founded in 2002, by brothers Sean and Donovan Bergsma. Ignition Group, now one of Africa’s largest investors in technology, media, telecommunications and financial services sectors, provides a platform for sustainability and success. With a staff complement of nearly 3 000 people, we have a team of experts in the fields of IT, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Sales, Development, Compliance, Customer Care, Training and Support. Ignition Group has built a sound infrastructure to support a number of business verticals within the Group, allowing the business verticals to swiftly develop, innovate, adapt and support our Business Partners and strategies. Quadrant 4, Centenary Building, 30 Meridian Drive, Umhlanga, Durban
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Financial Management & Commercial Leadership
Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning process, providing actionable insights to drive business growth and profitability.
Analyze and interpret financial results in the context of business drivers, identifying opportunities for efficiency, cost optimization, and revenue enhancement.
Support executive decision-making through commercially-focused financial analysis and scenario planning. · Approve audit packs and ensure alignment of audit processes with business strategy, not just compliance.
Ensure timely and accurate performance reporting to enable data-driven commercial decisions.
Strategic Advice, Business Partnership & Commercial Insights
Act as a trusted commercial partner to the CEO and business leaders, providing guidance on investments, capital allocation, and growth initiatives.
Lead financial modeling and business case development to support strategic projects and major investments.
Identify and communicate financial risks and opportunities, balancing short-term operational considerations with long-term business objectives.
Design and implement financial solutions to business challenges while maintaining governance and control.
Provide forward-looking insights on business performance, return on investment, and market opportunities.
Embed a commercial lens in all finance processes to ensure value creation is central to decisions.
Project Management & Value Delivery
Lead cross-functional projects with a commercial impact, including efficiency improvements, cost optimization initiatives, and strategic growth projects.
Guide finance teams to provide decision support and influence outcomes that maximize business performance.
Drive process improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve profitability.
People Leadership & Capability Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team capable of delivering both compliance and commercial insights.
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and commercial thinking across the finance organization.
Recruit, retain, and develop finance talent to meet evolving business needs.
Monitor and evaluate team performance, providing guidance and coaching to enhance both technical and commercial capabilities.
Education and Training
Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
Chartered Accountant registration or equivalent professional finance designation.
Experience
10+ years of professional experience, including 5–7 years in senior finance leadership roles.
Experience in finance planning, analysis, and business partnering in complex, matrixed organizations.
Demonstrable track record of linking financial management to commercial outcomes. · Experience in leading financial systems, ERP platforms, and reporting solutions. · Proven experience in strategic business decision-making, investment analysis, and profitability improvement initiatives
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