Cfo (Ee)

Smith Garb; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 3 000 000 - 3 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in financial services is seeking an experienced CFO in Gauteng, South Africa to provide strategic financial leadership. The role demands over 10 years of senior financial leadership experience, a CA(SA) qualification, and a proven track record in driving growth within complex operations. The package offers R3m - R3.2m pa with additional benefits including a 13th cheque.

Benefits

MIB

13th Cheque

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior financial leadership experience.
• Proven track record in driving growth and managing operations.
• Experience in developing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function ensuring accuracy and strategic alignment.
• Provide financial insight to support growth and investment decisions.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Financial leadership

Commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent qualification

Job description

Be responsible for providing strategic financial leadership, ensuring the financial integrity and sustainability of the organisation.

The CFO will play a critical role in leading the business, creating growth, enabling commercial posture, managing cost efficiencies, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, supporting large‑scale contracts and driving profitability and efficiency across a diverse set of operations which consists of 3 Divisions within the Group.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the full finance function, ensuring accuracy, control, and strategic alignment.
• Provide financial insight to support growth, investment, and commercial decisions.
• Develop a forward‑looking financial strategy focused on profitability and sustainability.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and modelling across all business units.
• Ensure compliance with governance, audit, and statutory requirements.
• Drive operational excellence through enhanced systems, processes, and controls.
• Partner with executives to enable informed, data‑driven decision‑making.

Key Requirements

• CA(SA) or equivalent qualification essential.
• 10+ years’ senior financial leadership experience, ideally in a services‑based or contract‑driven environment.
• Proven track record in driving growth, managing complex operations, and supporting large‑scale contracts.
• Strong commercial, analytical, and operational acumen.
• Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

What We Offer

An opportunity to shape strategy, influence transformation, and drive measurable impact across a leading organisation in the private security industry. If you’re a strategic, commercially minded CFO who thrives in a fast‑paced and purpose‑driven environment — we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.

Package & Remuneration

R3m - R3.2m pa plus MIB, plus 13th Cheque