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Job summary
A well-established aviation organisation in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy and operations. The CFO will play a vital role in driving financial performance and building a high-performing finance function. Ideal candidates will have a CA(SA) qualification, over 6 years of leadership experience, and expertise in inventory management and working capital optimisation. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the company's financial health and strategic direction.
Qualifications
- CA(SA) and CGMA professional affiliation required.
- 6+ years of experience leading and managing finance teams.
- Advanced expertise in inventory management and working capital optimisation.
Responsibilities
- Lead financial strategy, planning, and reporting.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management.
- Ensure compliance with financial and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and reshape the finance team.
- Present financial insights to the board.
Skills
Education
Job title: Chief Financial Officer
Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline: December 10,
Our client is a well-established organisation in the aviation industry that specialises in aircraft leasing, maintenance, and complementary services. They have a wide customer base from diverse sectors.
They are looking for an experienced and stabilising CFO to join their team in Johannesburg, Gauteng. The CFO will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance and leading and building a motivated, high-performing finance function. This is an opportunity for a hands‑on and people-oriented leader to make a meaningful impact in shaping the company's next chapter.
- Lead and manage the overall financial strategy, planning, and reporting for the organisation.
- Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and working capital optimisation.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant financial, tax, import controls, and aviation regulatory requirements.
- Manage complex inventory systems and cost structures to maintain operational efficiency.
- Assess, develop, and reshape the finance team as necessary to strengthen capability and cohesion.
- Create and foster a positive, performance-driven culture, uniting and motivating team members.
- Partner closely with the CEO and board to develop and execute strategic initiatives that drive growth and long-term stability.
- Present financial insights and recommendations confidently at the board level, engaging in robust discussion and decision-making.
- Lead risk management and control initiatives, ensuring sustainable financial health and governance.
- Contribute to overall business strategy, providing commercial and operational support across departments.
- Given the company's complex business model, advanced expertise in inventory management, import compliance, and working capital optimisation is essential.
- CA(SA), CGMA professional affiliation
- Relevant Degree in Finance and / or Accounting
- Advanced expertise in inventory management, import compliance, and working capital optimisation
- 6+ years of experience leading and managing finance teams
- People-oriented leader with a collaborative approach, fostering stability and teamwork across the organisation
- Self‑assured executive with extensive experience presenting and reporting at the board level
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