Head Of Finance

Profession Hub; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Head of Finance to oversee financial management and drive strategy. The role involves budgeting, forecasting, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should possess a CA (SA) and have 8–10 years of senior finance leadership experience. Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years' experience in a senior finance or accounting leadership role.
• Demonstrated strength in financial reporting, forecasting, and governance.
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial management activities.
• Develop and maintain financial reporting frameworks.
• Lead accounting operations and implement governance policies.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Cost control

Strategic decision-making

Analytical capabilities

Education

CA (SA) or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

JOB SPEC – HEAD OF FINANCE
Client - RTT

Our client is an established, fast-paced organisation in logistics seeking an experienced finance leader to step into a key interim role. The opportunity is to operate at a senior level, driving financial strategy, governance, and commercial decision-making within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial management activities, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profitability analysis.
• Develop and maintain robust financial reporting frameworks ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with business objectives.
• Lead accounting operations and implement effective policies, governance, and control structures.
• Partner with senior management to support strategic decision-making and long-term planning.
• Manage financial negotiations and commercial relationships to optimise program profitability.
• Design and execute revenue growth strategies through effective financial insight and analysis.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operational, sales, and technology teams to ensure financial alignment and accountability.

Qualifications

• CA (SA) or equivalent qualification with 8–10 years’ experience in a senior finance or accounting leadership role.
• Demonstrated strength in financial reporting, forecasting, modelling, and governance.
• Strategic thinker with sound commercial acumen and the ability to influence executive decisions.
• Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Strong analytical capabilities and a data-driven approach to problem solving.
• Previous exposure to rewards, loyalty programmes, or multi-partner environments will be advantageous.