Cfo (Ee)

Smith Garb & Associates; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced CFO to provide financial leadership in Pretoria. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in financial management within the services industry, possess strong tax compliance knowledge, and demonstrate exceptional leadership skills. This position offers an opportunity to influence strategic decisions and drive growth across the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in Senior Financial Management.
• Experience in managing multi-branch operations with large payroll.
• Strong understanding of BBBEE financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full financial function ensuring accuracy and control.
• Develop strategies focused on profitability and sustainability.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and modelling.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Tax compliance

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent qualification

Job description

SUMMARY : Start in January

Superb opportunity for a well-experienced CFO (EE) to join a large Services Company in Pretoria.

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 a 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.

Position Information

A is essential for the role, with a minimum of 10 years' experience in Senior Financial Management, preferably within the Security, Facilities Management or Services Industry.

Proven experience managing multi-branch, high volume operations with large payroll and contract portfolios.

Strong understanding of tax compliance and BBBEE financial reporting essential.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the full 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.