Senior Financial Officer CA(SA)

Complement Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Financial Officer to enhance financial operational efficiency and provide strategic insights. This role involves managing financial operations, developing long-term financial strategies, and leading a diverse finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management, with a focus on leadership and business intelligence. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence the company's strategic direction and drive sustainable growth in a collaborative environment. If you are results-oriented and ready to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in financial management with 5+ years in senior roles.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial operations including budgeting and forecasting.
• Develop financial strategies to support long-term growth.
• Lead and mentor a diverse finance team to drive performance.

Skills

Financial Management

Leadership

Business Intelligence

Financial Planning

Budgeting

Cashflow Management

SQL Programming

MS Excel

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) accreditation SAICA

Tools

Accounting Systems

BI Applications

Job description

Senior Financial Officer Johannesburg Gauteng

Salary : R80-100K per Month

Purpose of Position :

Complement Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Senior Financial Officer to join the finance team for a permanent position based in Johannesburg, Gauteng. Reporting directly to the Group Financial Director, you will play a critical part in enhancing financial operational efficiency and providing key insights to shape the company’s strategic direction. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in financial management, leadership, and business intelligence to drive financial excellence and sustainable growth.

Minimum Requirements Qualifications And Skills

• Qualifications: A Chartered Accountant with CA (SA) accreditation SAICA.
• Minimum of 8 years experience in financial management roles, with at least 5 years in a senior management position.
• Strong understanding of local and international financial regulations.
• Proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, cashflow management and analysis.
• Experience in producing robust management accounts.
• Leadership and experience in managing big financial teams.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL programming, MS Excel, accounting systems and BI Applications.
• Strategic thinking.
• Analytical skills.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• Judgement and problem solving.
• Results oriented.
• Ability to influence.
• Resilience.
• Coaching and mentoring.

Duties :

• Manage financial operations, including cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Develop and implement financial strategies to support long term growth.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the Directors and Executives.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis to support decision-making.
• Oversee financial performance analysis and drive cost management initiatives.
• Identify financial risks and develop mitigating strategies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Manage performance of the team and promote employee engagement.