Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Placements24; Upington; Presencial; ZAR 2.000.000 - 3.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Equity options

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Generous leave

Descripción de la vacante

WhatJobs Direct in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to lead the company’s financial strategy and operations from the executive suite. This on-site role requires deep expertise in corporate finance, accounting, and regulatory compliance, with a proven ability to guide financial operations at the highest level.

The CFO will drive long-term planning, risk management, and capital structure optimization, while leading fundraising and maintaining strong relationships

Formación

• 15+ years in finance with 7+ years in senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of corporate finance, accounting principles and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading finance teams and complex financial operations.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement the financial strategy and long-term plans.
• Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting and treasury.
• Lead fundraising and manage investor relations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and reporting standards.
• Provide financial insights to support executive decisions.
• Manage finance and accounting teams and strategic transactions.

Conocimientos

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Financial modeling

Forecasting & budgeting

Treasury management

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation & communication

Educación

MBA or CPA

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their executive team in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA . This senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company, including financial planning, risk management, and investor relations. The CFO will play a critical role in shaping the company's financial strategy and driving sustainable growth. We are looking for a seasoned financial professional with a strong understanding of corporate finance, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements. This is a key on-site position requiring extensive experience and a proven ability to lead financial operations at a high level. The successful candidate will be instrumental in guiding the company's financial future.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company's financial strategy and long-term financial plans.
• Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and treasury.
• Manage financial risk, ensuring the company is protected against financial losses.
• Lead fundraising efforts and manage relationships with investors and financial institutions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Provide financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making by the executive team.
• Manage the finance and accounting teams, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic financial transactions.
• Optimize the company's capital structure and manage cash flow effectively.
• Prepare and present financial reports to the board of directors and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; MBA or CPA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 7 years in a senior financial leadership role (e.g., CFO, VP Finance).
• Extensive knowledge of financial planning, corporate finance, accounting principles, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience in managing complex financial operations and leading finance teams.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Familiarity with capital markets and investor relations.
• High level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Experience working in the specified industry is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers an executive-level compensation package, including a highly competitive base salary, performance-based bonuses, and equity options. Comprehensive health insurance, retirement planning, and generous leave policies are included. Opportunities for professional growth and executive development are provided. This key leadership role is based in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA , within a strategic and growth-oriented environment. Our client fosters a culture of excellence and innovation.