Finance Director

University of Fort Hare; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Cape Town is seeking a Financial Director to oversee financial operations and strategy. This pivotal role requires a strategic leader with a CA (SA) qualification and extensive experience in finance. The successful candidate will lead a high-performance team, manage financial reporting, and ensure compliance with regulations. If you are driven by numbers and ready to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years' post-articles experience in a senior finance role.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and performance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial reporting and oversee budget planning.
• Manage tax submissions, audits, and compliance with IFRS.
• Drive working capital management and oversee cash flow.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

CA (SA)

Postgraduate degree in Finance

Tools

Sage Evolution

Power BI

MS Excel

Job description

Are you a strategic finance leader ready to make an impact in a growing, dynamic business?
If you're driven by numbers, strategy, and leading high-performance teams—this opportunity is tailor-made for you.

Our client, an innovative company based in Cape Town , is looking for a Financial Director to oversee and guide all aspects of financial operations and strategy. This is a key leadership role offering a high degree of influence across the business and the broader group.

Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Lead financial reporting, including month-end processes, internal reporting packs, and variance analysis.
• Oversee budget planning, quarterly consolidations, board reporting, and compliance with IFRS standards.
• Manage tax submissions, audits, insurance, and statutory requirements.
• Drive working capital management and oversee cash flow, payments, and asset controls.
• Ensure the accuracy of reconciliations across AP, AR, payroll, and balance sheets.
• Implement and refine internal controls and standard operating procedures to reduce financial risk.
• Liaise with financial institutions, manage relationships, and ensure covenant compliance.
• Contribute to overall business strategy through forecasting, financial modelling, and cost evaluations.
• Lead and develop the finance team to ensure optimal performance across the business.

Minimum Requirements:

• CA (SA) qualification is essential.
• Postgraduate degree in Finance or related field.
• 5–10 years' post-articles experience in a senior finance role, preferably in a similar industry.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and performance analysis.
• Proficiency in Sage Evolution , Power BI , and MS Excel.
• Commercially astute with a strategic mindset and strong project management capabilities.
• Experience in inventory costing and control is highly advantageous.
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and leadership skills.

If you're ready to drive financial excellence and lead a team toward strategic growth, we want to hear from you.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.