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

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

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking a Director of Finance for its e-commerce division. This remote, full-time role requires a candidate with a robust background in financial operations, including controllership and budgeting. You will partner directly with the CEO to drive fiscal strategies and ensure GAAP compliance. Candidates should have 5+ years in finance roles and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Competitive compensation and access to extensive perks will be offered.

Benefits

Access to a perk marketplace with discounts

Access up to 50% of approved earnings before payday

Reliable, on-time payments

Ongoing learning and career development opportunities

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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Financial operations leadership

Advanced Microsoft Excel modeling

Understanding of GAAP

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Job description

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.

Core Outcomes

• 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.

Requirements

• 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.

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.