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SUMMARY:

Be part of an ambitious global organisation driving transformation across developing markets, where values such as integrity, resilience and long-term partnerships are at the core of everything they do.

CFO

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFC023051/Sav

Date posted:

Sunday, June 22, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Be part of an ambitious global organisation driving transformation across developing markets, where values such as integrity, resilience and long-term partnerships are at the core of everything they do.

POSITION INFO:

Job & Company Description:

This established global business operates across emerging markets and is known for its ethical, people-first approach and long-term partnerships. With a strong focus on operational excellence and sustainable growth, the company is looking for a strategic and commercially minded CFO to partner with leadership, strengthen financial controls, and drive business performance across diverse markets.

Other duties include:

• Drive financial planning, commercial strategy, and business performance across regions
• Oversee controls, compliance, risk management, and legal/audit processes
• Lead working capital optimisation, vendor negotiations, and automation initiatives
• Deliver insights through performance analysis, reporting, and profitability reviews
• Build and manage a high-performing finance team, fostering development and engagement
  
  

• Qualified CA(SA)
• MBA will be advantageous
  
  

• 18+ years’ post-qualification experience with at least 3–5 years in a senior finance leadership role
• Strong technical expertise in finance, controls, tax, and compliance within complex, cross-border environments
• Proven commercial acumen in trade-driven industries with experience driving growth and efficiency
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills with a track record of managing diverse teams across regions
  
  

• Seniority level Executive

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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Role Description

This role provides financial, commercial, and strategic support to FNZ (SA) Ltd, with assistance to the FNZ Group as required. The opportunity is suited for an experienced and qualified Chartered Accountant who has worked within a complex and regulated growth environment. The successful individual will command respect and deliver faultless execution.

The SA CFO will lead FNZ (SA)'s Finance function, balancing stewardship responsibilities (value protection) with providing useful business insights and commercial support (value enhancement).

As this role is caught by the Senior Managers Regime, the role holder must adhere to the FCA's Conduct Rules.

Specific Role Responsibilities

General:

• Partner with the CEO, Group CFO, and the Board to develop a 3-5 year business plan to create shareholder wealth.
• Ensure FNZ (SA) has the skills and resources to comply with local financial regulations and that financial risks are managed appropriately.
• Implement processes and controls to execute plans, including annual budgeting.
• Act as a bridge between the UK Board and Finance to communicate finance strategy throughout the business.
• Liaise with auditors, bankers, investors, and other external finance functions.
• Ensure regular Board reporting, including management accounts, customer profitability analysis, and capital management/cash flow forecasting.
• This role does not impact CASS processing activities within FNZ or its clients.
• Remain up to date with CASS developments as communicated by FNZ.
• Participate in regulated and non-regulated SA entity committee boards.

Finance:

Assist the Group CFO in:

• Driving best practice financial management.
• Managing annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Implementing measures to control costs through cost centre accountability.

Strategy:

Assist the Group CFO in:

• Positioning the business for an eventual exit.
• Handling corporate finance matters like debt raising and investor relations.
• Developing strategic plans.
• Assessing the scope, costs, and benefits of transformational initiatives.

Commercial:
Ensure controls throughout sales and expenditure processes.

Regulatory Capital Management:

Ensure accurate reporting and monitoring of regulatory capital resources and Pillar 1 capital requirements. Responsible for stress testing, reverse stress testing, and wind-down calculations. Assist in ICAAP production and maintenance. Manage liquidity risk under BIPRU12.

Approved Person:

Ensure governance, regulatory compliance, and oversight of FNZ's financial affairs. Maintain knowledge of the regulatory environment and FCA requirements. Oversee systems and controls for compliance. Identify and manage risks, ensure staff competence, and review conflicts of interest.

Performance Assessment:

• Long-term growth and profitability for shareholders.
• A credible 3-5 year business plan.
• Realistic and achievable budgets.
• Strong financial controls and compliance environment.

About FNZ

FNZ is committed to democratizing wealth, making investing accessible for everyone. We provide a global wealth management platform that integrates technology with operations, partnering with over 650 financial institutions and managing US$1.5 trillion in assets. We help over 20 million people invest in their future.

Seeking a seasoned CFO with Chartered Accountant qualifications, board exposure, and a history of financial leadership excellence! Join our market-leading organization in the Services industry and drive success with your dynamic expertise.

Job & Company Description:
As the CFO, you will play a critical role in providing strategic financial guidance and driving operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the company’s finance team and contribute to the growth and success of the organization.

Other duties include:

1. Provide strategic financial leadership and guidance to the executive team and board of directors.
2. Oversee all financial operations, including financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
3. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards.
4. Manage financial risk and implement effective internal controls.
5. Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and financial performance.

Education:
Qualified CA(SA)

Job Experience & Skills Required:

1. 6 – 8 years post articles experience.
2. 2 – 4 years’ experience on a board level.
3. Proven track record of financial leadership with board exposure.
4. Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting standards.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Strategic thinker with the ability to drive results and lead change.

Package & Remuneration:
R 1 600 000 - R 1 700 000 - Annually

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Reference: NFP014026-Roby-1

Job & Company Description:
My client, a well-known company that has been around for over 30 years, is currently recruiting for a CFO to lead their team. This company has multiple operations in South Africa and is growing each year.
They are looking for an ambitious individual to take their company to new heights and become part of the 600 employees that form part of this group of influential trendsetters in the agriculture sector. If you are hungry to learn from an experienced team, this opportunity is not to be missed!

• Financial Management and reporting
• Budgets and weekly forecasts
• Cashflow management
• Inventory management
• IT Management
• Strategic direction in collaboration with Operations and Marketing
• Benchmarking and KPI management
• Commercial contracts review, assess impact on business

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Qualifications:
Qualified CA(SA)

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years work experience required
• FMCG or Agriculture industry experience is highly advantageous
• Extensive management experience is required

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly.

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

For more information contact:
Robyn Peskin
Recruitment Researcher: Chartered Accountants & General Finance

Role Description

This role provides financial, commercial, and strategic support to FNZ (SA) Ltd, with assistance to the FNZ Group as required. It is suited for an experienced and qualified Chartered Accountant familiar with complex and regulated growth environments. The successful candidate will command respect and deliver flawless execution.

The SA CFO will lead FNZ (SA)’s Finance function, balancing stewardship responsibilities (value protection) with providing useful business insights and commercial support (value enhancement).

As this role is caught by the Senior Managers Regime, the role holder must adhere to the FCA’s Conduct Rules.

Specific Role Responsibilities

General:

• Partner with the CEO, Group CFO, and the Board to create a long-term (3–5 years) business plan to create shareholder wealth.
• Ensure FNZ (SA) has the appropriate skills and resources to comply with local financial regulatory requirements and manage financial risks.
• Implement processes and controls to execute plans, including creating and adhering to an annual budget.
• Act as a bridge between the UK Board and Finance (and other functions) to communicate finance strategy throughout the business.
• Liaise with auditors, bankers, investors, and other external finance functions.
• Ensure regular Board reporting, including management accounts, customer profitability analysis, and cash flow forecasting.
• This role does not involve activities impacting CASS processing within FNZ or its clients.
• Remain updated on CASS developments and changes communicated by FNZ.
• Participate in regulated and non-regulated SA entity committee boards.

Finance:

Assist the Group CFO in:

• Driving best practice financial management.
• Managing annual budgeting and rolling forecasts.
• Implementing measures to control costs through effective cost centre accountability.

Strategy:

Assist the Group CFO in:

• Positioning the business for an eventual exit.
• Handling corporate finance matters like debt raising and investor relations.
• Developing strategic plans.
• Assessing the scope, costs, and benefits of transformational initiatives.

Commercial:

• Ensure controls over sales and expenditure processes.

Regulatory Capital Management:

• Report and monitor FNZ (SA) Ltd’s regulatory capital and Pillar 1 requirements.
• Handle stress testing, reverse stress testing, and wind-down calculations.
• Assist in producing and maintaining the ICAAP.
• Manage liquidity risk under BIPRU12.

Approved Person:

Director of good standing

• Maintain strong governance and responsible management of FNZ’s affairs.
• Provide challenge at Board and Committee levels.
• Oversee FNZ’s financial affairs and regulatory compliance.
• Stay informed on the regulatory environment and FCA’s requirements.
• Ensure systems and controls comply with FCA rules.
• Identify and regularly reassess risks, conflicts of interest, and staff competence.

Performance Assessment

• Long-term growth and profitability for shareholders.
• A credible 3–5 year business plan.
• Realistic and achievable budgets.
• Strong financial controls and compliance environment.

About FNZ

FNZ aims to democratize wealth management through a global, integrated platform that combines technology with operational expertise, serving over 650 financial institutions and 12,000 wealth managers, managing US$1.5 trillion in assets, and helping over 20 million investors worldwide.

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Role Description

This role provides financial, commercial, and strategic support to FNZ (SA) Ltd, with assistance to the FNZ Group as required. The opportunity is suited for an experienced and qualified Chartered Accountant who has worked within a complex and regulated growth environment. The successful individual will command respect and deliver faultless execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO, Group CFO, and the Board to develop a 3-5 year business plan focused on wealth creation for shareholders.
• Ensure compliance with local financial regulatory requirements and manage financial risks effectively.
• Implement and oversee processes and controls to execute business plans, including annual budgeting.
• Communicate finance strategy across the organization, liaising with auditors, bankers, and investors.
• Provide regular Board reports such as management accounts, customer profitability analysis, and cash flow forecasts.
• Manage regulatory capital resources, stress testing, and liquidity risk under BIPRU12.
• Maintain governance structures and ensure compliance with FCA’s Conduct Rules and other regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant qualification.
• Experience in a regulated, complex growth environment.

Additional Details

Senior Managers Regime compliance, FCA’s Conduct Rules adherence, and ongoing regulatory knowledge are required. The role involves sitting on regulated and non-regulated SA entity committees and overseeing the financial and regulatory health of FNZ (SA).

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Compensation: $51,000/m USD + discretionary bonus

The Company

Our client builds and provides accounting products for top tier startups and companies. We already have over 200+ top startups across fintech, AI and healthcare and are only getting started. We are well funded, profitable, growing rapidly and rolling out multiple new product streams.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and financially savvy FP&A / Fractional CFO Analyst to support our client portfolio with forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis. You’ll collaborate with our internal finance team and occasionally engage with clients to deliver strategic insights that inform better decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

● Build, update, and maintain forecasted financial models for multiple clients

● Prepare monthly Actuals vs. Forecast reports, including written commentary and insights

● Conduct month-over-month variance analysis to explain financial performance

● Respond to client queries and participate in periodic update calls

● Support efforts to improve and standardize financial processes and templates

Qualifications:

● CPA certification (or equivalent) OR a strong accounting background with solid knowledge of GAAP/IFRS

● Advanced Excel/Google Sheets modeling skills (dynamic models, lookups, pivots, etc.)

● Proven experience preparing financial reports and conducting variance analysis

● Strong communication and interpersonal abilities

● Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed

● Experience supporting CFOs, founders, or finance teams is a plus

Preferred Skills:

● Exposure to SaaS or startup environments

● Familiarity with QuickBooks, Xero, or similar cloud-based accounting tools

● Experience with investor or board-level reporting

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance and Sales
• Industries Staffing and Recruiting

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As the Group CFO, you will serve as the central point of accountability for all internal and external financial reporting, ensuring that all reporting streams are fully reconciled, compliant with relevant legislation and financial reporting standards, and supported by strong internal controls. This role is critical in maintaining a sound financial environment and ensuring consistency in accounting principles and methodologies across the group.

Responsibilities

Financial Management and Internal Controls

• Oversee daily finance operations across the group to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain integrity and consistency in financial record-keeping across all divisions.
• Ensure group-wide compliance with financial policies and tax regulations.
• Implement and monitor robust internal controls in all business units.
• Continuously review and enhance financial processes for accurate and timely reporting.
• Collaborate with the CIO to assess and implement improvements in financial systems.
• Authorize payments in accordance with established approval mandates.
• Review and approve monthly payroll submissions.
• Manage cash flow effectively and coordinate timely drawdowns from funding structures.
• Optimise cash management and ensure control over group assets.
• Ensure adherence to funding covenants and financial obligations.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Supervise and ensure accuracy of the consolidation and analysis of monthly financial results.
• Track performance relative to budgets and monitor product profitability.
• Present monthly financial performance to the Executive Committee (Exco).
• Prepare financial content for internal staff updates and investor presentations.
• Prepare financial content and ensure timely feedback to other external parties such as funders / investors / shareholders.
• Oversee the preparation of Annual Financial Statements for 14 entities in compliance with the Companies Act and IFRS / IFRS for SME’s.
• Manage the consolidation and reporting of Group Annual Financial Statements in line with statutory requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors and resolve any audit / review findings or concerns and ensure audits / reviews are completed within the agreed timeframes.
• Ensure timely reporting to regulatory bodies such as the JSE, SARS and FSCA.

Governance (Board & EXCO)

• Represent Merchant West as a nominated director across various group and related entities.
• Oversee governance processes for the Board and its sub-committees to ensure effective oversight and compliance.
• Strengthen financial governance and compliance in alignment with King IV principles.
• Coordinate and facilitate monthly Executive Committee (Exco) meetings.
• Support the CEO in developing strategic documents and ensure execution of group strategies.
• Drive the implementation of BBBEE structures where applicable to support transformation objectives.

Budget Management

• Manage the annual budget process and ensure that all divisions prepare and submit appropriate budgets.
• Ensure that head office and shared services budgets are prepared and approved timeously.
• Ensure that consolidated budgets are prepared and approved by start of each financial year.
• Ensure that expenses are controlled in line with budgets.

Acquisitions

• Ensure that appropriate financial due diligence work is performed on proposed acquisitions.

Team Management

• Ensure finance teams across the group are adequately resourced in collaboration with divisional heads.
• Lead and manage the head office finance team to ensure high performance and alignment with group objectives.
• Mentor, coach, and develop finance staff to build capability and support career growth.

Strategy and Growth

• Work closely with the CEO and COO to assist in driving strategy, growth and innovation through participation in Exco strategy sessions.
• Implement strategic objections as agreed during Exco strategy sessions.

• BCom Hons Accounting degree
• Accredited CA (SA)
• ITC and Credit Clear

• Strong financial reporting, budgeting and compliance background
• Proven experience in managing or supporting external audits
• Solid understanding of financial systems and experience in process automation or improvement projects
• Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-oriented, with strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working effectively across departments and seniority levels

• 15 years post-article experience
• Experience in financial services, advisory or similar (advantageous)
• Tailored Staff Financial Wellness Offering.
• Employee Wellness Provider.
• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Rich Organisational Culture.
• Sustainable professional career opportunity up to retirement age.

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