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CFO – Sawmill Industry,
Job summary
A leading human capital firm is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the sawmill industry in Mpumalanga. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in finance and at least 10 years of finance experience, with a focus on financial strategy and compliance. Responsibilities include developing financial strategies, leading budgeting activities, and overseeing financial reporting. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with experience in the manufacturing sector.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years in senior financial leadership.
- Experience in the sawmill or manufacturing industry is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of financial principles and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement financial strategies to support company goals.
- Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and modeling activities.
- Oversee preparation and presentation of financial statements.
Skills
Education
CFO – Sawmill Industry, Mpumalanaga, Rneg + Benefits
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or C.A. preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a senior financial leadership role.
- Experience in the sawmill or manufacturing industry is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of financial principles, regulations, and best practices.
- Proven ability to develop and implement financial strategies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in financial software and tools.
- High level of integrity and dependability, with a strong sense of urgency and results‑orientation.
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will play a key role in the strategic management of the company, overseeing all financial activities to ensure the financial health and stability of the organization. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the sawmill or manufacturing industry, strong leadership skills, and a track record of driving financial performance and growth.
- Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company's goals and objectives.
- Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and financial modelling activities.
- Provide strategic recommendations to the CEO and executive management team.
- Oversee the preparation and presentation of financial statements and reports.
- Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards.
- Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit processes.
- Manage cash flow, treasury, and capital to maintain financial stability.
- Oversee accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
- Implement and maintain robust internal controls and financial procedures.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks to the company.
- Ensure appropriate insurance coverage and manage relationships with insurance providers.
- Oversee investment activities and manage company assets.
- Lead and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to team members.
- Promote a collaborative and results‑driven work environment.
- Partner with other senior leaders to drive business performance and strategic initiatives.
- Provide financial insights and analysis to support decision‑making.
- Participate in key business meetings and contribute to the overall management of the company.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.