Chief Financial Officer (CFO) / Finance Director

MyCareerCraft; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

MyCareerCraft is seeking a CFO / Finance Director to lead the finance function, overseeing accounting, financial planning, risk management, reporting, and compliance. You will collaborate with senior leadership and the board to develop strategy and protect the organisation's long-term financial stability.

The role requires CA(SA) or equivalent, 10+ years finance experience including 5+ in senior leadership, and strong IFRS/GAAP, governance, and ERP exposure.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or internationally recognised equivalent (CPA, ACCA, CIMA).
• BCom or equivalent degree; Masters or MBA advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the company’s financial strategy, manage budgeting and forecasting processes, and monitor financial performance.
• Oversee accurate, timely reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financials, board packs, and statutory filings.
• Lead treasury, cash flow, working capital, and capital investment management.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP, SARS, SARB, the Companies Act, B-BBEE, and all relevant regulations.
• Manage internal controls, risk frameworks, external and internal audits, and corporate governance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Financial analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

CA(SA) or CPA/ACCA/CIMA

BCom or equivalent; MBA advantageous

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office & Financial Modelling

Job description

As CFO / Finance Director, you will lead the finance function, overseeing accounting, financial planning, risk management, reporting, and compliance. You will collaborate with senior leadership and the board to develop strategy and protect the organisation's long-term financial stability.

Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or internationally recognised equivalent (CPA, ACCA, CIMA).
• BCom or equivalent degree; Masters or MBA advantageous.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years financial management experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (CFO, Finance Director, or similar).
• Proven track record in strategic financial planning, budgeting, and reporting within medium to large organisations.
• Strong exposure to regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and financial systems (ERP experience an advantage).

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the companys financial strategy, manage budgeting and forecasting processes, and monitor financial performance.
• Oversee accurate, timely reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financials, board packs, and statutory filings.
• Lead treasury, cash flow, working capital, and capital investment management.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP, SARS, SARB, the Companies Act, B-BBEE, and all relevant regulations.
• Manage internal controls, risk frameworks, external and internal audits, and corporate governance.
• Provide oversight of procurement and sustainability reporting (where applicable).
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
• Support investor relations, mergers and acquisitions, and system improvements.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic thinker with excellent commercial and analytical acumen.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management ability.
• High proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and financial modelling tools.
• Integrity, accountability, and strong ethical standards.
• Tech-savvy and adaptable, able to operate across strategic and operational levels

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