Finance Director

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Finance Director to join the executive leadership team of a well-established manufacturing organization. This critical role involves full financial oversight, strategic direction, and supporting executive-level decisions. The ideal candidate must have a CA(SA) qualification, a minimum of 10 years of experience, particularly in industrial or production environments, and a strong presence to influence at the board level. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive financial strategy within a complex operational landscape.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in finance, with at least 4 years in a senior/executive role.
• Proven experience in an Executive Finance Director or similar role.
• Strong background in industrial, manufacturing, or production contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide full financial leadership and oversight of the organisation.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Ensure financial controls and compliance are in place.

Skills

Financial leadership

Budgeting and forecasting

Strategic financial planning

Compliance and audit readiness

Influencing at executive level

Education

CA(SA) qualification

Job description

The Opportunity:

A well-established industrial / manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Director to join its executive leadership team. This is a critical role responsible for full financial oversight, strategic direction, and executive-level decision support. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, ensuring strong financial governance while driving performance across production and operational environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full financial leadership of the business, including strategy, reporting, and governance
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
• Ensure robust financial controls, compliance, and audit readiness
• Partner with executive leadership on commercial and operational decisions
• Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring high performance and accountability
• Provide strategic insight to support growth, efficiency, and profitability

What You Bring:

• CA(SA) qualification (essential)
• Minimum 10 years experience (not less than 4 years at a senior / executive level)
• Proven experience in an Executive Finance Director / FD role
• Strong background in industrial, manufacturing, or production environments
• Strategic mindset with hands‑on financial leadership capability
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence at a board and exec level

Why You’ll Want This Role:

This role offers the opportunity to sit at the executive table, driving financial strategy within a complex, operationally driven business. If you’re a commercially astute finance leader who enjoys shaping direction, building strong controls, and partnering with leadership to deliver results, this is your next career move.

Apply Today:

If you’re ready to lead finance at an executive level and make a meaningful impact in a manufacturing‑driven organisation, let’s connect.