Chief Financial Officer

Hutech Head Office; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Gauteng is seeking an experienced financial professional to manage cash flow, oversee financial reporting, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial accounting and extensive experience in manufacturing or construction environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-7 years experience in manufacturing or construction environment.
• Extensive knowledge of best practice accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end accounting processes and ensure financial compliance.
• Responsible for CAPEX processes and support operational decision-making.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Cash Flow Management

Financial Reporting

Governance and Controls

Education

BCom Financial Accounting

CIMA

CA(SA)

Tools

MS Office

Excel

ERP systems

Syspro

Job description

Qualifications & Experience

1. BCom Financial Accounting / CIMA / CA(SA)
2. Minimum of 5-7 years experience in manufacturing or construction environment
3. Extensive knowledge of best practice accounting systems, policies, and procedures
4. Experience with IT systems such as MS Office, Excel, and ERP systems (Preference to Syspro)
5. Management of procurement and warehousing (stores & inventory)

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Cash flow management: Complies with group requirements for cash flow management and reporting, including project and overhead expenses.
2. Financial Reporting: Oversee month-end accounting processes, perform complex balance sheet reconciliations such as WIP & revenue recognition, and ensure full monthly financial compliance (e.g., SARS).
3. Financial Operations: Responsible for CAPEX processes, support operational decision-making with relevant reports, and assist in costing and price setting for tenders, quotations, and orders.
4. Governance and Controls: Maintain records of source documents, ensure compliance with audit requirements, and liaise with auditors for the annual audit. Develop and enforce compliance with group, entity, and regulatory policies.