Freelance Finance Managers

Outsourced CFO; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy is seeking experienced Finance Managers to join their network for freelance roles across South Africa. Candidates will provide interim financial leadership and must possess a minimum of 7 years of experience in financial management. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of international accounting standards and excellent communication skills. This is a fully remote position with flexibility in project engagements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in financial management roles.
• Experience working with international organizations.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage financial operations during critical periods.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports.
• Provide strategic advice on financial planning.

Skills

Financial Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Budget Development

Financial Analysis

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Overview

Work from anywhere in South Africa. We are seeking experienced Finance Managers to join our network of freelance professionals for interim project-based engagements. Ideal candidates will be self-employed operate their own business or work as independent contractors with the flexibility to support clients across different time zones and sectors. Our projects typically involve working with international businesses in need of short- to medium-term financial leadership reporting support or transitional finance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage financial operations for client organizations during critical periods (e.g. growth restructuring or transition)
• Develop and manage budgets forecasts and financial models
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports
• Oversee compliance with financial regulations and standards (e.g. UK US GAAP IFRS)
• Coordinate with auditors tax advisors and internal stakeholders
• Provide strategic advice to clients on financial planning risk and performance improvement
• Support ERP implementation financial process improvement or internal controls enhancement

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in financial management roles
• Experience working with or in international organizations (especially in the USA UK or Europe)
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards such as UK US GAAP and / or IFRS
• Proven track record in remote or freelance finance roles
• Degree in Accounting Finance or related field; CA(SA) CIMA ACCA CPA Professional Accountant (SA) preferred
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management experience
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments and work independently
• Own Laptop & stable connection
• Financial Management
• Education
• Relevant finance degree to qualified accountants

Key Skills

• Restaurant Experience
• Customer Service
• Employee Evaluation
• Management Experience
• Math
• Employment & Labor Law
• Sanitation
• Leadership Experience
• P&L Management
• Mentoring
• Supervising Experience
• Restaurant Management

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1