Chief Financial Officer Cape Town

Snatch.Work; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,080,000 - 1,680,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing consumer goods business is looking for a Chief Financial Officer in Cape Town. The CFO will shape financial strategy, manage reporting, and partner with the executive team for growth. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in finance, strong leadership skills, and a proven record in margin optimisation. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from R1,080,000 to R1,680,000 CTC/year, plus bonuses for high performers.

Benefits

Bonus opportunities

Career progression pathways

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-articles experience, ideally in FMCG or retail.
• Strong background in group accounting and financial modelling.
• Proven ability to lead finance teams in a fast-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial and accounting functions including P&L management.
• Ensure compliance and optimise financial systems.
• Lead and develop the finance team for efficiency.

Skills

Financial modelling

Cash flow management

Team leadership

Margin optimisation

Data-driven decision making

Job description

Overview

A fast-growing consumer goods business is looking for an entrepreneurial and commercially minded Chief Financial Officer to join their dynamic team. As the CFO, you will be instrumental in shaping financial strategy, ensuring robust group accounting, and partnering with the CEO and executive team on profitability, marketing ROI, and global expansion. This is a hands-on, high-impact role – perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial and accounting functions, including P&L management, cash flow forecasting, and consolidated reporting.
• Ensure compliance across multi-entity structures while optimising financial systems and internal controls.
• Lead and develop the finance team, embedding efficient, scalable processes and a high-performance culture.
• Partner with the CEO on business planning, resource allocation, and commercial strategy to drive sustainable growth.
• Optimise margins by analysing channel mix, pricing strategies, and cost controls.
• Collaborate with marketing to evaluate return on investment and guide data-driven growth decisions.
• Provide financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting to support strategic planning, market expansion, and capital raising efforts.
• Act as a strategic partner in investor communications and fundraising activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-articles experience, ideally in FMCG, retail, or high-growth consumer brands.
• Strong background in group accounting, financial modelling, and cash flow management.
• Proven ability to lead finance teams and scale systems in a fast-growth environment.
• Commercially savvy with a strong track record in margin optimisation and operational efficiency.
• Data-driven, highly organised, and comfortable working in lean, high-performing teams.

Compensation and Benefits

R1,080,000 – R1,680,000 CTC / year, depending on the candidate. Bonus opportunities for high performers and clear pathways for career progression.

Location

The number of jobs in each salary range for all: Cape Town: Southern Suburbs, Cape Town South; Cape Town, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.