A Cfo

Executive Placements; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a CFO in Johannesburg to oversee all financial operations and lead the finance team. The ideal candidate will have a Chartered Accountant (SAICA) designation, 10+ years of experience in senior finance roles, and proven skills in budgeting and forecasting. Responsibilities include managing cash flow, compliance, and financial systems optimization. This role requires exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills, with experience in the logistics industry being advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in senior finance roles, with at least 5 years in leadership.
• Proven budgeting and forecasting expertise.
• Knowledge of taxation, imports/exports, and customs regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Finance and Administration functions.
• Oversee cash flow, budgeting, and financial reporting processes.
• Drive compliance through internal audits and statutory reporting.

Skills

Strong commercial and financial acumen

Advanced MS Excel skills

Exceptional communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Education

Chartered Accountant (SAICA) designation

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Role Overview

As CFO, you will oversee all financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, effective cash flow management, and robust financial systems. You'll partner with senior leadership to provide commercial insights that shape business decisions and support sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Finance and Administration functions, including payroll, creditors, and claims.
• Oversee cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Ensure accurate billing, revenue completeness, and debtor management.
• Drive compliance through internal audits and statutory reporting.
• Implement and optimize financial systems, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct feasibility studies, due diligence, and performance assessments.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.

Qualifications & Skills

• Chartered Accountant (SAICA) designation.
• Minimum 10 years experience in senior finance roles, with at least 5 years in leadership.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with proven budgeting and forecasting expertise.
• Advanced MS Excel skills and experience implementing financial systems.
• Knowledge of taxation (including cross-border), imports / exports, and customs regulations.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Experience in the logistics or freight industry is highly advantageous.

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