CFO (FMCG)

The HR Company; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced CFO to manage financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. The ideal candidate will have a CA qualification, extensive experience in financial management, and strong leadership skills, specifically in the FMCG sector. This role includes collaborating closely with the CEO to drive business growth and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a CFO role with extensive financial experience.
• In-depth knowledge of the FMCG sector and its business dynamics.
• Strong leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial plans, budgets, and forecasts; prepare financial reports.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, ensuring compliance.
• Design and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s goals.
• Build and manage relationships with investors.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage the finance team, maintaining data integrity.
• Offer financial insights and advice to the executive team.
• Continuously enhance financial processes and leverage new technologies.

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) SA

Job description

Overview

This role involves managing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and collaborating closely with the CEO to drive business growth.

Key Requirements

• Chartered Accountant (CA) SA
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a CFO role. Extensive financial experience
• In-depth knowledge of the FMCG sector and its business dynamics
• Strong leadership ability

Duties

• Financial Planning & Reporting: Develop financial plans, budgets, and forecasts; Prepare comprehensive financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks, ensuring compliance with all regulations and internal controls
• Financial Strategy & Operations: Design and implement financial strategies that align with the company’s goals; Manage cash flow and optimize profitability across the business
• Investor Relations: Build and manage relationships with investors, providing key financial insights and overseeing funding or investment strategies as needed
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements, including tax and accounting standards
• Leadership & Team Management: Lead and manage the finance team, promoting a culture of excellence and maintaining data integrity across financial operations
• Advisory Role: Offer financial insights and advice to the executive team on critical commercial and business decisions
• Process Improvement: Continuously enhance financial processes and leverage new technologies to drive efficiency