Chief Financial Officer (CFO), 5-year contract, East London

Sheldon Recruitment and Selection; East London; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a senior finance leader in East London, South Africa. The successful candidate will develop and implement financial strategies, lead budgeting processes, and oversee financial operations. Qualified candidates must have a minimum of 10 years finance experience, with 5 years in a leadership role. A NQF level 9 qualification or Chartered Accountant designation is required. Competitive salary offered, based on market rates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of working experience in finance, with 5 years in senior leadership.
• Expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and SA Legislation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Oversee financial reporting and cash flow management.
• Manage financial risks and compliance.
• Optimize operating costs and efficiency.
• Mentor and develop finance team.
• Evaluate growth opportunities and support due diligence.
• Oversee software and ERP systems optimization.

Skills

Commercial operations understanding

Financial strategy linkage

Financial planning skills

Risk management expertise

Team leadership

Data analysis

Education

NQF level 9 qualification (Masters)

Chartered Accountant (SA) or equivalent

Job description

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria :

• NQF level 9 qualification such as masters in business administration or finance OR
• Chartered Accountant (SA) or equivalent
• A minimum of 10 years of working experience in finance of which 5 years must be in a senior leadership role
• Deep understanding of commercial operations and / or business financial turnaround
• Strong ability to link financial strategies to operational and strategic goals
• Expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and analysis
• Strong understanding of activity based and standard costing methods
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory standards & SA Legislation
• Expertise in financial modelling, forecasting, and data analysis

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to :

• Financial strategy & leadership develop / implement financial strategies; collaborate and provide financial insight; lead budgeting process; optimize financial performance; implement systems
• Financial planning & analysis Lead budgeting / forecasting; monitor financial performance and key metrics; analyse cost drivers; evaluate investment projects; drive profitability
• Financial operations & reporting financial reports; oversee accounting function, tax aspects and cash flow management; working capital requirements; AFS; manage financial operations; drive profitability and scalability
• Risk management / compliance identify / mitigate financial risks; manage strategies and systems; oversee audits
• Cost & revenue management monitor / control operating costs; optimize efficiency; analyse cost variances and implement corrective measures; oversee rental income streams; facilitate loan collections
• Team leadership & development oversee finance team; build / lead supply chain team; mentor
• Strategic growth activities evaluate growth opportunities; lead / support due diligence; drive funding initiatives; prepare reports and presentations
• Technology & systems optimization oversee software and ERP systems; drive digital transformation

Salary :

Market related