Strategic CFO & Growth Leader

Lyceum College; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 5,000,000 - 8,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyceum College in Randburg is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial strategy, governance, and operational sustainability. Reporting to the CEO, you will drive budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and capital planning to support institutional growth.

The role requires CA(SA) or equivalent, 8–12 years in senior financial roles, and experience in regulated or higher education environments. This is an executive position with broad strategic influence.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or equivalent.
• Postgraduate qualification in Finance, Accounting or MBA (advantageous).
• Minimum 8–12 years in senior financial leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy and executive leadership to steer growth.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
• Drive governance, risk, and compliance across the institution.
• Manage cash flow, revenue, costs and performance reporting.
• Engage with stakeholders and external auditors for audits.
• Ensure alignment between financials and institutional objectives.

Skills

Financial modelling

Commercial acumen

Governance & compliance

Executive presence

Strategic thinking

Integrity & ethics

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent

Postgraduate Finance / MBA (advantageous)

Job description

Lyceum College in Randburg is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead financial strategy, governance, and operational sustainability. Reporting to the CEO, you will drive budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and capital planning to support institutional growth.

The role requires CA(SA) or equivalent, 8–12 years in senior financial roles, and experience in regulated or higher education environments. This is an executive position with broad strategic influence.