Chief Financial Officer - CFO

Western Cape Recruitment; George; On-site; ZAR 80 000 - 150 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a groundbreaking company on the scenic Garden Route as a CFO and shape its financial future. This strategic leadership role is vital for guiding the company's vision and strategy, ensuring operational efficiency, and enhancing investor relations. You will oversee risk mitigation, financial planning, and the development of the finance team. If you are a qualified financial leader with a passion for growth and innovation, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8 years' experience in senior financial leadership roles.
• Strong grasp of governance and investor reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial direction and strategy for the company.
• Engage with investors and manage capital raising efforts.

Skills

Financial Risk Management

Financial Planning

Investor Relations

Operational Efficiency

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent financial qualification

Job description

Join a Groundbreaking Garden Route Company as CFO and Shape its Future

A rapidly expanding company on the scenic Garden Route seeks a qualified and experienced CFO to join its executive board. This strategic leadership role will be instrumental in guiding the company's financial direction, vision, and strategy, and will play a key part in the company's continued success.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Risk mitigation
2. Financial planning
3. Operational efficiency improvements
4. Investor and funder relations (including capital raising and due diligence)
5. Comprehensive financial reporting
6. Audit preparation
7. Development and implementation of long-term financial strategy
8. Growth of the finance team

This role encompasses risk mitigation, comprehensive financial planning, and driving improvements in operational efficiency. The CFO will also play a leading role in engagement with investors and funders, including capital acquisition, onboarding, and due diligence. Responsibility extends to all financial reporting, audit preparations, the formulation and implementation of long-term financial strategy, and the development of the finance team.

Requirements:

• CA(SA) or equivalent financial qualification
• 8 years' experience in senior financial leadership
• Strong grasp of financial risk management, governance, and investor reporting
• Willing and able to relocate to the Garden Route District