Financial Director

Malander Careers; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic finance recruitment agency seeks an immediately available Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) for a Finance Director role based in Benoni, South Africa. This high-impact position demands a hands-on leader with a strong governance mindset and a proven track record in managing financial clean-ups and consolidation processes. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Executive Team to shape the financial direction of the business, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Immediately available, this is non-negotiable.
• Proven experience in a Finance Director, CFO, or senior finance leadership role.
• Strong consolidation experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function with a strong focus on governance.
• Manage group consolidations and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Drive financial clean-ups and process improvements.

Skills

Governance mindset

Technical ability

Leadership

Financial analysis

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Job description

Malander is seeking an immediately available Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) for a Finance Director role based in Benoni.

This is a high-impact position requiring a hands-on leader with a strong governance mindset, exceptional technical ability, and a proven track record in driving financial clean-ups, consolidation processes, and strategic finance initiatives. The ideal candidate is a seasoned finance professional who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves, take ownership of complex challenges, and steer the organisation toward improved financial stability and operational excellence.

You will work closely with the Executive Team and be strategically involved in shaping the financial direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function with a strong focus on governance, compliance, and internal controls.
• Manage group consolidations and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Drive financial clean-ups, process improvements, and system optimisation.
• Provide strategic insights and support to the CEO and leadership team.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and risk mitigation.
• Manage stakeholder relationships, including auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.
• Lead and mentor the finance team while fostering a high-performance culture.

Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)).
• Immediately available, this is non-negotiable.
• Proven experience in a Finance Director, CFO, or senior finance leadership role.
• Strong consolidation experience.
• Demonstrated ability to drive clean-ups, stabilisation projects, and financial turnarounds.
• Hands-on, solutions-driven mindset with the ability to work strategically and operationally.

Important Notice: Your profile will not be considered if you do not meet the above requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for a decisive, resilient, and technically strong finance leader to make a meaningful impact in a business undergoing transformation.