Chief Financial Officer ( Cfo ) (Automotive)

Hedz Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a CFO for the Woodmead, Johannesburg area. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of automotive retail/wholesale experience and be qualified as a CA(SA) with strong operational skills. Key responsibilities include budgeting, financial management, and risk assessment. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to lead the company's financial strategy.

Qualifications

• 5 years automotive retail/wholesale experience.
• Minimum 15 years experience in accounting or finance.
• Experience in senior management.

Responsibilities

• Determine and compile the annual budget with the CEO.
• Compile and present budget reports to the Finance and Risk Committee.
• Drive financial planning and provide executive management advice.

Skills

Financial management

Strategic planning

Operational management

Financial reporting

Risk management

Education

Bcom Accounting or similar Degree

Admission to board as CA(SA); CIMA

Job description

a Well Established organisation is seeking the services of a CFO for the Woodmead, Johannesburg area.The ideal candidate will have 5 years Automotive retail / wholesale experience and have qualified as a CA(SA).

Strong operational experience is essential.Salary : Market RelatedMin RequirementsBcom Accounting or similar DegreeAdmission to the board as a chartered accountant (CA(SA); CIMA)Min of 5 Years motor retail and wholesale experienceMust be Operationally strongAdept at Financial reportingValid drivers licenseKnowledge of strategic planning and management skillsIn-depth understanding of organizational policy conceptualization, analysis and implementationMinimum of 15 years experience in accounting or finance5 years experience in senior managementExperience in partnering with an executive teamFinancial ManagementDetermine and compile the annual budget in collaboration with the CEOImplement, control and manage the resources and procedures within approved budget guidelinesCompile and present budget reports regarding expenditure to keep the Finance and Risk Committee appropriately informed of the companys budget positionApprove all agreements concerning financial obligations in the companyEnsure systems for reconciliation and reporting on organisational expensesReport financial results to the management team and to the boardOversee the provision of timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends and ForecastsDepartmental Strategy & execute the companys strategy into a departmental plan with specific objectives and targets and communicate to the teamCompile, implement and enforce departmental procedures in support of the companys strategyEvaluate and optimise departmental systems and procedures in support of the Companys plan / strategyProvide leadership in the development of and the continuous evaluation of short and long term strategic financial objectivesAssist in formulating the organisations future direction and supporting tactical initiatives within the companyMonitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plansDevelop performance measures that support the organisations strategic directionFinancial OperationsCompile and present reports at management and stakeholder meetingsDrive financial planningProvide executive management with advice on the financial implications of business activitiesOversee the preparation of all financial statements, invoices and proposalsCo-lead company members due diligenceConduct periodic financial analyses to identify and resolve issues, gaps or variancesDecide on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity risksOversee that a fraud prevention plan is implemented and operationalConstruct and monitor reliable control systemsOversee that cash flow is appropriate and well managed for the companys operationsRisk ManagementDevelop and maintain a comprehensive risk management register for the organisation and conduct periodic audits to ensure risk complianceLead the organisations risk mitigation strategies.