CFO (EE candidates)

Blue Oak Personnel; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1 500 000 - 2 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A globally recognized freight forwarder is seeking a CFO to lead financial strategies and development. The role involves managing treasury, credit control, risk, and compliance, along with special projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial management and possess strong strategic and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in financial accounting and management, with 5 at an executive level.
• Solid IFRS and Taxation knowledge.
• Experience in insurance and claims management.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial strategies to enhance performance and cash flows.
• Manage debt and liquidity profile.
• Ensure contractual compliance and legal adherence.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Business acumen

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Excellent communication

Change management

Planning

Organizational skills

Education

Chartered (SA)

Grade 12

Tools

Microsoft Suite

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Globally recognized freight forwarder seeks a CFO to manage Financial Strategies and Development, Treasury, Financial Management, Credit Control, Risk / Legal / Compliance, and special projects.

POSITION INFO :

Financial strategy development and implementation

1. Support the strategy formulation and implementation.
2. Onboard new entities acquired by the Group.
3. Develop financial strategies to enhance performance, position, and cash flows.
4. Identify resources needed for strategic growth.
5. Support executive team with strategic recommendations.
6. Prepare financial models for assessing new business/ projects/ products.
7. Develop annual budgets, forecasts, and long-term plans aligning with resource allocation.
8. Provide financial projections, reports, and growth plans.
9. Monitor financial performance, analyze results, and initiate corrective actions.
10. Ensure high risk-adjusted return on assets and capital.
11. Oversee tax strategies and compliance.
12. Report financial status through forecasts and variance analysis.
13. Coordinate preparation of annual financial statements.
14. Oversee external audits and internal controls.
15. Review and update financial policies and procedures.
16. Prepare quarterly and bi-annual reports for leadership and board.

Treasury

1. Manage debt and liquidity profile.
2. Optimize funding and reduce costs.
3. Manage foreign currency risks via hedging.
4. Handle dividend payments and excess cash investments.
5. Manage working capital and cash flow cycle.
6. Negotiate interest rates with banks.

Manage Credit Control

1. Oversee debtor management and insurance coverage.
2. Implement strategies to keep DSO below 45 days.
3. Maximize collections and minimize bad debts.
4. Drive legal recoveries and negotiate insurance premiums.

Legal, Risk, and Compliance

1. Maintain risk register and report quarterly.
2. Ensure contractual compliance and legal adherence.
3. Engage with legal counsel on litigation and documentation.

Special Projects and Ad hoc

1. Handle additional responsibilities as delegated.
2. Assist with strategic projects.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in financial accounting and management, with 5 at an executive level.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, SAP, Power BI.
• Solid IFRS and Taxation knowledge.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, and strategy skills.
• Experience in insurance and claims management.
• Promotion of process improvement and internal controls.
• Grade 12, Chartered (SA).
• Strategic thinking, business acumen, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, change management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle pressure.