Group Chief Financial Officer

Media24 Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company based in Cape Town is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to shape its financial strategy during a critical digital transformation. The successful candidate will drive financial planning, oversee budget management, and ensure compliance while managing stakeholder relationships. Essential qualifications include a CA(SA) certification and 10-15 years of financial leadership, with a strong preference for experience in media or technology sectors. This role offers an opportunity to lead a high-performing finance team and influence strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of progressive financial leadership experience.
• Prior experience as CFO or Finance Director.
• Strong background in media, technology, or digital transformation industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive financial planning, analysis, and reporting across all business units.
• Drive the financial strategy supporting our digital-first transformation.
• Oversee budget management, forecasting, and performance analysis.

Skills

Strategic financial planning

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent professional accounting qualification

MBA or relevant advanced degree

Job description

Job Location:

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Application Deadline:

February 15, 2026

The Role

• As Chief Financial Officer, you will be instrumental in shaping Media24's financial future during this exciting period of digital transformation. You'll partner with our executive team to drive strategic decision-making, optimise financial performance, and ensure robust financial governance across all operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive financial planning, analysis, and reporting across all business units
• Drive the financial strategy supporting our digital-first transformation
• Oversee budget management, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Manage relationships with the shareholder, banks, auditors, and financial stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and corporate governance standards
• Lead financial due diligence for strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and divestments
• Optimise capital allocation and cash flow management
• Provide strategic financial insights to support business development and growth initiatives
• Champion cost optimisation while maintaining investment in core digital capabilities
• Manage and minimise the company’s financial risk exposure by developing and maintaining systems of internal controls, and ensuring that the internal audit and risk management functions are operating effectively
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team

What You Bring

Essential Qualifications

• CA(SA) or equivalent professional accounting qualification
• MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 10-15 years of progressive financial leadership experience
• Prior experience as CFO or Finance Director
• Strong background in media, technology, or digital transformation industries preferred
• Proven track record in strategic financial planning and business restructuring

Key Competencies

• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
• Deep understanding of digital business models and revenue streams
• Experience managing financial operations during organisational transformation
• Strong corporate governance and regulatory compliance expertise
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Advanced financial modelling and data analysis capabilities
• Leadership experience with cross-functional teams