Chief Financial Officer (Cfo)

Salix Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in South Africa is looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee the financial function and lead the financial team. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with regulatory obligations, manage financial operations, and develop strategies for financial performance. Applicants should possess strong communication skills, significant management experience, and a solid educational background in finance. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the financial health of the organization.

Qualifications

• Years of experience in a senior management role.
• Extensive experience in financial management, strategy implementation, and reporting.
• Previous experience as a director.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the financial team.
• Oversee financial activities aligning with strategic goals.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including shareholders and auditors.
• Devise strategies for financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory obligations.
• Deliver key financial reports within deadlines.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong time management

Proven team leadership

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

BCom, BCom Honours

CTA, CA(SA), CIMA, MBA

Completed SAICA Articles

Job description

Reference : JHB -SS-1 We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead a financial function.

Duties & Responsibilities

This is a senior leadership position where you will play a pivotal role in setting the strategic direction, managing financial operations, and ensuring the financial health of the Cluster.

If you have the leadership skills, financial expertise, and a strategic mindset we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Duties: Lead and manage the financial team.

Oversee all financial activities ensuring alignment with the Cluster's strategic goals and targets.

Collaborate with key stakeholders including shareholders, bankers, auditors, and regulatory authorities.

Devise and implement strategies for financial performance and operational efficiency.

Maintain and improve finance systems, procedures and processes to support business growth.

Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal and financial obligations with particular attention to financial aspects.

Deliver key financial reports within deadlines including Group Financial Reports, Year-End Financials, Internal Audit Information, Tax Submissions, Risk Reports and Sustainability Reports.

Drive tax compliance for the Cluster including VAT, PAYE, ETI and Company Tax.

Fulfil fiduciary duties with the utmost integrity and professionalism.

Job Experience & Skills Required

Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• BCom, BCom Honours
• CTA, CA(SA), CIMA, MBA
• Completed SAICA Articles
• Years of experience in a senior management role
• Extensive experience across all aspects of financial management, including strategy implementation and financial reporting
• Previous experience as a director of an organisation

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management, administrative skills and the ability to deliver under pressure
• Proven experience in team leadership and achieving deadlines

Experience in due diligence and acquisitions (advantageous).

Package & Remuneration

R - R- Annually

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Vacancy: 1

Required Experience: Chief Key Skills – General Management, Access Control, Interior, Administration Support, Client Services, Computing