Chief Financial Officer

Pronel Personnel; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their executive leadership team. This crucial role requires strong financial leadership to drive long-term sustainability and optimize organizational performance. Candidates should have a professional qualification such as CA(SA) and a minimum of six years' experience in senior financial management. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are necessary. The position is based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years' experience in senior financial management, ideally within the non-profit sector.
• Strong knowledge of South African financial legislation and governance practices.
• Experience with donor-funded organisations and grant management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and guidance to the CEO and Board.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Ensure compliance with South African regulatory frameworks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organisational capability

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their executive leadership team. This pivotal role requires a strategic financial leader who can partner with the CEO and Board to drive long-term financial sustainability, optimise organisational performance, and uphold strong governance within a dynamic non-profit environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and guidance to the CEO, Board, and senior management team.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, investment oversight, and statutory reporting.
• Ensure full compliance with South African regulatory frameworks, including tax laws, CIPC requirements, NPO/NGO regulations, Companies Act, and donor-related standards.
• Manage annual audits, internal controls, risk assessments, and compliance structures.
• Oversee cash flow, investment strategies, and long-term sustainability initiatives.
• Lead and mentor the finance team to build a high-performance, accountable culture.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, partners, auditors, and financial institutions.
• Support grant management through proposal budgeting, donor reporting, and financial governance of funded projects.

Minimum Requirements

• CA(SA) or equivalent professional financial qualification.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in senior financial management, ideally within the non-profit or a complex organisational environment.
• Strong knowledge of South African financial legislation, compliance, and governance practices.
• Experience working with donor-funded organisations and grant management processes.
• Proven expertise in financial strategy, organisational sustainability, and risk management.
• High level of integrity, ethical leadership, and a passion for mission-driven work.

Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Strong organisational capability with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s licence.
• Ability to work independently and operate confidently at an executive level.