CFO Consultant (Freelance)

Outsourced CFO; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Part time

Job summary

A financial consulting firm in South Africa is seeking independent CFO consultants for project-based engagements. The role involves providing strategic financial input, managing client relationships, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Ideal candidates should possess relevant financial qualifications and experience in international markets.

Benefits

Family-first culture

Integrity-driven work environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience as a CFO or equivalent in the USA and/or European markets.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to identify financial needs.
• Deliver timely financial reports and tax submissions.
• Manage client relationships and communications.

Skills

Strategic financial input

Client relationship management

Tax compliance

Financial reporting

Ad-hoc financial analysis

Process improvement

Education

ACCA/CPA/CA/CIMA/MBA

Financial degree

Job description

Job Description
Outsourced CFO is looking for independent CFO consultants for project-based or contract engagements. You will act as an outsourced CFO for clients, offering strategic financial input to enhance their finance operations and drive business growth.

We are recruiting finance professionals (ACCA/CPA/CA/CIMA/MBA) located in South Africa who bring solid experience working within the USA and/or European markets. If you have navigated these financial landscapes and are now looking for a new challenge closer to home, we'd love to hear from you.

The main focus here would be to aid our clients on medium to long term project engagements, whether specialized needs, maternity leave cover, or any other finance expert area they may foresee the need.

Client engagements

• Engage with clients to identify their financial needs and requirements
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients
• Arrange and conduct regular client meetings to discuss progress and address any concerns
• Deliver timely financial reports, including monthly management accounts
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of tax returns and other compliance requirements
• Provide guidance on tax payments and obligations
• Offer financial advice and support to clients' accountants on various accounting matters
• Prepare and present regular cash flow updates and forecasts
• Assist with the annual budget process, including preparation, discussion, and implementation
• Support the preparation and review of annual financial statements
• Conduct ad-hoc strategy sessions to address specific client needs
• Maintain and update client risk registers and discuss them quarterly
• Prepare board packs and other materials for client presentations
• Attend board meetings and provide financial insights and recommendations
• Manage project timelines and ensure efficient delivery of services
• Monitor and control project budgets, and communicate any potential overruns to clients
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and support, such as dividend vs. bonus calculations, Power of 1 calculations, labor efficiency ratios, and KPI development
• Review and recommend improvements to internal controls to mitigate financial risks

Requirements

We service clients anywhere from Cape Town, Gauteng to America, so a combination of on-site/hybrid/remote opportunities are available.

Candidates from financial degree levels up to qualified Accountants and even at times MBA level.

Characteristics of the ideal candidate

• Initiative & Independence
• Multi-tasking & Problem Solving
• Dependability & Interpersonal relationships
• Attention to detail & flexibility
• Planning & stress tolerance

Skills and abilities of the ideal candidate

• Strong and effective management, time management, communication, technical and compliance skills
• Team player

Benefits

Our OCFO values:

• Family first
• Integrity matters
• Switched on Thinking
• Excellence in everything
• Growth and success