Strategic CFO: Growth & Compliance Leader

Smith Garb and Associates CC; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading services company in Pretoria is seeking an experienced CFO to provide strategic financial leadership and manage operations across multiple divisions. The ideal candidate has a CA(SA) qualification and over 10 years in senior financial management, ideally within the services industry, along with a strong track record in driving growth and managing complex operations. This role offers a chance to shape the company's financial strategy and drive measurable impact.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape strategy

Influence transformation

Drive measurable impact

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in Senior Financial Management.
• Proven experience in managing multi-branch, high volume operations.
• Experience in a services-based or contract-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full finance function ensuring accuracy and control.
• Provide financial insight to support growth and commercial decisions.
• Develop a forward-looking financial strategy focused on profitability.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and modelling across business units.
• Ensure compliance with governance and statutory requirements.
• Drive operational excellence through enhanced systems and controls.
• Partner with executives for data-driven decision-making.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Tax compliance and BBBEE financial reporting

Managing complex operations

Communication and stakeholder engagement

Analytical and operational acumen

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent qualification

Job description

A leading services company in Pretoria is seeking an experienced CFO to provide strategic financial leadership and manage operations across multiple divisions. The ideal candidate has a CA(SA) qualification and over 10 years in senior financial management, ideally within the services industry, along with a strong track record in driving growth and managing complex operations. This role offers a chance to shape the company's financial strategy and drive measurable impact.