Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Finding Personnel (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in Pretoria to oversee financial strategy and operations across mining, property, and other sectors. Responsibilities include developing financial strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates must be Chartered (SA) with extensive finance experience, particularly in mining and property sectors. This role requires strong leadership and strategic vision.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years’ progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years at executive / CFO level.
• Proven track record in mining, engineering, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Experience in property development or real estate financial management advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies across diverse industries.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation for projects.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting in line with IFRS.

Skills

Strong financial and commercial acumen

Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent leadership and people management skills

Expert knowledge of IFRS, corporate law, and tax legislation

Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills

Ability to manage multi-entity group structures

Education

Chartered (SA) designation

MBA or postgraduate qualification in Finance / Business

Job description

Overview

SUMMARY :

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior executive responsible for the strategic and operational financial management of the organisation across multiple industries, including Mining, Crushing & Screening, and Property. The CFO provides leadership in financial strategy, risk management, corporate governance, and sustainable growth, while ensuring compliance with South African financial legislation and international reporting standards. Based in Colbyn, Pretoria, the CFO will play a critical role in driving long-term profitability and supporting the CEO and Board in decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies across diverse industries (mining, property).
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation for projects and business units.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting in line with IFRS, the Companies Act, and mining / property sector regulations.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and funding for large-scale capital projects and property developments.
• Drive financial controls, cost efficiencies, and risk management.
• Ensure compliance with SARS, CIPC, and industry-specific regulatory bodies.
• Lead investor relations, financing negotiations, and stakeholder engagement.
• Conduct feasibility studies, project evaluations, and due diligence on acquisitions and partnerships.
• Build and manage a high-performance and administration team.

Qualifications

• Chartered (SA) – designation essential.
• MBA or postgraduate qualification in Finance / Business (advantageous).
• Strong knowledge of mining and property-related finance advantageous.

Skills

• Strong financial and commercial acumen across mining, crushing & screening, and property.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Expert knowledge of IFRS, corporate law, and tax legislation.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multi-entity group structures and large-scale projects.

Experience

• 10–15 years’ progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years at executive / CFO level.
• Proven track record in mining, engineering, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Experience in property development or real estate financial management advantageous.
• Exposure to mergers, acquisitions, capital raising, and project finance highly desirable.

Key Competencies

• Strategic and visionary leadership.
• Commercially astute and results-driven.
• Ethical, transparent, and principled in decision-making.
• Resilient and adaptable to dynamic business environments.
• Capable of balancing operational oversight with long-term strategy.

Working Conditions

• Based at the Head Office in Colbyn, Pretoria.
• Requires regular travel to mining operations and property sites.
• High-pressure environment with multi-industry responsibility.