Group CFO — Strategic Turnaround & Finance Leader

Search Partners International; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 500 000 - 2 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent state-owned energy utility in Johannesburg is seeking a Group Chief Financial Officer. This critical leadership role requires strategic vision to steer the financial turnaround during a pivotal transition in the power sector. The ideal candidate will possess proven CFO experience, capital-raising skills, and robust stakeholder engagement abilities. Applicants should be prepared to negotiate a competitive remuneration package. Applications close on 16 November.

Qualifications

• Proven CFO or senior finance executive experience in large, complex organisations.
• Strong capital-raising expertise (local and international).
• Project finance knowledge in large infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Build a credible foundation for financial and commercial stability.
• Manage Eskom's complex funding, debt, and capital structure.
• Ensure transparent, accurate financial reporting across all divisions.

Skills

Strategic transformation

Capital-raising

Stakeholder management

Financial control

Education

Chartered Accountant (SA) or equivalent

Job description

A prominent state-owned energy utility in Johannesburg is seeking a Group Chief Financial Officer. This critical leadership role requires strategic vision to steer the financial turnaround during a pivotal transition in the power sector. The ideal candidate will possess proven CFO experience, capital-raising skills, and robust stakeholder engagement abilities. Applicants should be prepared to negotiate a competitive remuneration package. Applications close on 16 November.