Chief Financial Officer

Wesbank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy and governance. Responsibilities include managing financial performance, compliance, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a CA(SA) qualification with 5-8 years in financial leadership, preferably in fintech or banking. This role offers a challenging environment and opportunities to innovate.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Challenging working environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of progressive financial leadership experience in digital, fintech, or retail banking environments.
• Proven track record in strategic financial management and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong understanding of digital platforms and customer-centric business models.

Responsibilities

• Partner with CEO and executive team to shape financial vision.
• Ensure business integrity, financial health, and control.
• Drive financial performance through planning and analysis.

Skills

Financial management

Strategic insight

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent professional qualification

Job description

Job Description

To lead and manage the finance portfolio for the Bank, ensuring professional and ethical financial standards, practices and governance, and a cohesive finance service offering that is aligned to the Bank’s strategies. Determine and direct financial strategy for the Bank in partnership with the CEO and Exco. Serve as an active member of the senior‑management team, prepare financial reports and budgets for the executive to support the financial decision‑making process, and ensure that financial transactions, policies and procedures meet business short‑ and long‑term objectives and regulatory body requirements.

We are looking for a dynamic and forward‑thinking Chief Financial Officer with a proven record of driving financial excellence within fast‑paced, creative, and operationally demanding environments.

Known for combining strong financial discipline with strategic insight, this CFO will excel at creating sustainable growth, optimizing costs, and ensuring robust financial governance across all business functions. As part of our eBucks talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious.

Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change. This role requires a polished professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑performance environment and can operate with discretion, independence, exceptional judgment and is solution‑focused.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategically partner with the CEO and executive team to shape and execute the financial vision of eBucks.
• Provide stewardship of the overall business portfolio ensuring business integrity, financial health and control.
• Practice sound and ethical financial management through the technical application of financial, accounting and business knowledge.
• Drive financial performance through robust planning, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer value.
• Lead financial governance and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Oversee financial reporting and insights, delivering accurate, timely, and actionable information to stakeholders.
• Manage capital allocation and investment decisions to support innovation, product development, and platform scalability.
• Champion cost efficiency and operational excellence across the business.
• Lead risk management and mitigation strategies, ensuring financial resilience and agility.
• Represent eBucks in group‑level finance forums, contributing to broader strategic initiatives and alignment.
• Build and lead a high‑performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and nurture internal relationships within the business enabling collaboration.
• Demonstrate exemplary leadership behaviour, through personal involvement, commitment and dedication in support of organisational values.
• Control expenditure planning and reporting in area of responsibility, within approved budget parameters.
• Increase operational efficiency and suggest solutions to enhance cost effectiveness.
• Develop and run costing model to establish alignment.
• Control costs for functional / business area(s).
• Drive digital transformation in finance, leveraging automation, data analytics, and fintech innovation.
• Support strategic partnerships and commercial negotiations with financial acumen and insight.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the business, translating complex financial data into strategic recommendations.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• CA(SA) or equivalent professional qualification.
• 5‑8 years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally within digital, fintech, or retail banking environments.
• Proven track record in strategic financial management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of digital platforms, customer‑centric business models, and innovation‑driven environments.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and decision‑making skill.
• Experience working within a group structure or matrixed organisation is advantageous.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Challenging working environment.
• Opportunities to innovate.

Application Closing Date

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

Closing Date: 11/11/25

Equal Employment Opportunity

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan.

The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities.

In order for us to fulfil this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis.

The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.