Chief Financial Officer

Afrizan Personnel; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property funds management company in Sandton is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to shape financial strategy and drive growth. The ideal candidate will have a CA(SA) qualification, extensive experience in financial leadership, particularly within the property sector, and a proven track record in governance and stakeholder engagement. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence executive decision-making and lead high-impact initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ post-articles experience, with 10+ years in senior leadership.
• 7+ years of experience in the property sector.
• Experience in capital markets or investor relations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term strategic plans.
• Lead all finance and accounting functions.
• Build and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills

Financial strategy

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Job description

Overview

Are you a strategic financial leader with deep experience in the property sector and a passion for driving growth?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join a dynamic property funds management business. This role offers the chance to shape financial strategy, influence executive decision-making, and lead high-impact initiatives that will drive long-term value and scalability.

Working closely with executive leadership, the CFO will be instrumental in overseeing the financial health of both the fund and its management company, while contributing directly to strategic development, investor relations, and digital transformation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to develop and implement long-term strategic plans
• Identify value-enhancing opportunities across financial and property portfolios
• Lead all finance and accounting functions, ensuring compliance and strong governance
• Act as Financial Director across all entities and serve on key committees
• Oversee procurement, treasury, company secretarial, and tax functions
• Drive automation, systems improvement, and data-driven decision-making
• Build and develop a high-performing finance team
• Support acquisitions, restructures, and investor-ready financial modelling

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) qualification is essential
• Minimum 15 years’ post-articles experience, with at least 10 in senior financial leadership
• 7+ years of experience within the property sector
• Proven track record in financial strategy, governance, and stakeholder engagement
• Experience in capital markets or investor relations
• Strong understanding of fund structures, financial modelling, and compliance
• Experience in a high-growth or startup environment is advantageous

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