Chief Financial Officer

Communicate Ct; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A respected public sector organisation is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in Paarl, South Africa. This role involves leading Corporate Services, enhancing financial governance, and providing strategic leadership. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in PFMA-governed environments and is a Chartered Accountant. A full-time position with significant responsibilities and stakeholder engagement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in a PFMA-governed environment.
• Minimum 10 years senior or executive management experience.
• Strong capability in financial strategy, governance, compliance, and multi-functional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to Finance and Corporate Services ensuring integrated efficient and compliant operations.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and audit processes.
• Ensure compliance with PFMA, Treasury regulations, GRAP and the Companies Act.

Skills

General Management

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Financial strategy

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) with SAICA registration

Job description

A respected public sector organisation is seeking a highly experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its Corporate Services portfolio and strengthen its financial governance and operational capabilities. This executive role requires a strategic ethical leader with deep expertise in PFMA‑regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to Finance and Corporate Services ensuring integrated efficient and compliant operations
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and audit processes
• Ensure compliance with PFMA, Treasury regulations, GRAP and the Companies Act and governance best practices
• Lead supply chain, asset management, ICT and related support functions
• Strengthen internal controls, risk management, payroll accuracy and procurement compliance
• Manage funding arrangements, working capital and organisational financial sustainability
• Support executive decision-making through financial insights and scenario analysis
• Lead people management, performance, talent development and organisational capability building
• Represent the organisation in stakeholder, partner and funding engagements

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in a PFMA‑governed environment
• Minimum 10 years senior or executive management experience
• Strong capability in financial strategy, governance, compliance and multi‑functional leadership
• Excellent communication, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills
• High integrity, sound judgement and the ability to operate effectively under pressure
• Chartered Accountant (CA) with SAICA registration

Key Skills

• General Management
• Access Control
• Interior
• Administration Support
• Client Services
• Computing

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Vacancy

1

Application

Please send your resume to emailprotected quoting Ref : CTF021792.