Director Of Finance (E-Commerce & Retail) - Remote South Africa

Hirehawk; Remote; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading e-commerce firm seeks a Director of Finance to oversee financial operations, including controllership, FP&A, budgeting, and reporting. This role, which offers remote work, involves close collaboration with the CEO to enhance fiscal discipline and profitability. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in finance or accounting within e-commerce, plus advanced Excel skills and a strong understanding of GAAP. An ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting, ideally a CPA or MBA, and must be available full-time during PST business hours.

Benefits

Access to a $k+ perk marketplace

Access to 50% of earnings before payday

Ongoing learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in finance roles within e‑commerce or consumer goods.
• Proven experience with financial modeling in Excel.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate month‑end close and financial reports.
• Build and maintain budgets and forecasts.
• Oversee AR/AP, cash flow, and working capital.

Skills

Financial operations

Advanced Microsoft Excel modeling

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Director of Finance (E-Commerce & Retail)
Job Type: Full-Time Contractor
Workplace: Remote (PST schedule alignment required)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM PST
Compensation: USD $3, – $5, / month (DOE)
At HireHawk, we connect exceptional global finance talent with innovative U.S. brands.
As a Senior Finance Manager, you'll own full‑spectrum financial operations—controllership, FP&A, budgeting, and reporting—for a fast‑growing e‑commerce organization.
You'll partner directly with the CEO to drive fiscal discipline, improve profitability, and strengthen internal controls.
This is a hands‑on leadership role where precision, accountability, and data‑driven insight define success.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate month‑end close and financial reports.
• Build and maintain forward‑looking budgets and forecasts to guide strategy.
• Oversee AR/AP, cash flow, and working capital to ensure fiscal health.
• Strengthen GAAP‑compliant internal controls and audit readiness.
• Translate financial data into actionable insights that improve profit margins.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in finance, accounting, or controllership roles within e‑commerce or consumer goods.
• Proven experience with advanced Microsoft Excel modeling.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (required).
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) (preferred).
• Authorized to work remotely and available full‑time during PST business hours.

Compensation & Benefits

• Monthly USD $3, – $5, (global range based on region and experience).
• Access to a $k+ perk marketplace with discounts on + services.
• Access up to 50% of approved earnings before payday (no credit checks or fees).
• Reliable, on‑time in‑currency payments.
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.