19 Cfo Intern jobs in South Africa

Drive the financial future of a growing property portfolio.

We're partnering with a dynamic property group on a pivotal search for an experienced
Chief Financial Officer
. This is a unique opportunity to join at a transformative stage, with a portfolio expected to double in value over the next year.

As the CFO, you'll work directly with the Group CEO and executive board to shape the group's financial strategy, drive funding and investment decisions, and provide leadership across all aspects of financial governance.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead and execute group-wide financial strategy across a multi-billion-rand portfolio.
• Manage banking relationships and negotiate large-scale funding facilities.
• Drive strategic financial planning, forecasting, and scenario modelling.
• Support investment decisions including acquisitions, disposals, and capital allocations.
• Oversee compliance, financial reporting, and risk management across the group.

What we're looking for:

• CA(SA) with
  10+ years' post-articles experience
  , in property or asset-heavy sectors.
• Proven CFO-level experience within a
  commercial property group
  .
• Strong working knowledge of
  VAT
  , compliance, and risk controls.
• Direct reporting line to a CEO in current or previous roles.
• Clear track record of stable tenure

What's in it for you?

• Executive leadership in a high-growth, property portfolio (doubling within 12 months).
• Direct impact on strategic growth and capital decisions.
• Highly visible role with board-level exposure and influence.

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Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in deals focus on providing strategic advice and support to clients in areas such as mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring. They help clients navigate complex transactions and maximise value in their business deals.

In deal recovery management at PwC, you will focus on helping clients navigate financial distress and recover from challenging business situations. You will be responsible for providing strategic advice and solutions to optimise recovery outcomes.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn't clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

A career within Deals Business Recovery Services, will provide you with the opportunity to support our clients survive an imminent crisis or simply fix gaps in their organisation. We help clients, reduce balance sheet stress, generate cash and reduce costs or refinance to find the best source of capital to support their business objectives. Whatever the solution, we help them manage challenges until the job is done.

As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

• Use feedback and reflection to develop self awareness, personal strengths and address development areas.
• Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities, coaching them to deliver results.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and the ability to bring order to unstructured problems.
• Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current industry or sector trends.
• Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.
• Know how and when to use tools available for a given situation and can explain the reasons for this choice.
• Seek and embrace opportunities which give exposure to different situations, environments and perspectives.
• Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
• Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships.
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.

Role Summary:

We believe that challenges are better solved together. That's why you'll join a diverse, global community of solvers - an unexpected mix of people that come together to build trust in society and solve important problems. In a place where you are encouraged to lead with your heart and values. And where your unique skills are developed and put to work in unexpected and exciting ways, superpowered by technology.

Qualifications / Certifications required:

• Bachelor of Commerce with Honours in Accounting

• Bachelor of Business Science with Honours in Finance / CA (SA); or

• Engineer or relevant professional qualification (e.g. MBA, APICS, CPIM); or

• CFA, CIMA or other relevant related degree / professional designation.

Responsibilities of role:

As a member of the PwC CARS team, the candidate will be involved in a variety of financial advisory and restructuring projects across a diverse range of industries and will gain exposure to a wide range of clients. PwC CARS services a wide spectrum of clients ranging from large, listed multinationals through to entrepreneurial, owner managed businesses, covering both domestic and cross Africa border work.

We are looking for a Senior Associate to join our growing team to work on high-profile clients experiencing stress / distress to their business model and who require turnaround or transformation with a financial or operational restructuring lens, spanning a broad range of industry sectors. You'll provide analysis and business assessment support to the team for restructuring and/or turnaround projects.

Typically, you will work with our clients information to help our teams identify and implement rapid, tactical and sustainable financial and operational restructuring measures, for example you will be part of the team advising on:

In addition to these services you'll be expected to:

You will also be expected to take an active part in our team and practice development and will typically:

Skill sets required:

To be successful in this role, financial analysis skills and a curious commercial business mindset are critical. You will be able to demonstrate a high level of agility in a demanding environment and be able to effectively communicate with a broad range of stakeholders. Project management skills are considered fundamental together with critical thinking and a motivated and commercially astute approach to business restructuring needs.

Candidates will display the following competencies:

• Experience with data analysis;
• Experience with data analytics tools e.g. Power BI, Alteryx;
• Experience of operational or financial improvement from a management consultancy, corporate finance advisory firm or as an 'internal consultant' in a corporate;
• Operations experience, across sectors: engineering, financial services, retail, industrial, consumer, high tech, utilities, logistics, telecoms and energy;
• Competent with spreadsheets, financial and operational analysis.
• Financial restructuring and exit strategies,
• Financing and debt advisory related services,
• Turnaround strategy,
• Independent business reviews,
• Strategic options analysis,
• Contingency planning reviews,
• Short-term cash flow reviews and forecasting, helping clients see and control their cash positions
• Cash levers to smooth cash flow/conserve cash
• Cost out and EBITDA optimisation initiatives
• Working capital improvement plans;
• Restructuring Office services - helping client management develop and implement turnaround programs
• Take on a "hands-on" role to manage stakeholders and inspire change
• Provide robust data analysis and baselining support for change programmes
• Interface directly with client teams to collect, analyse and develop insights into their business
• Prepare presentations and/or reports to key stakeholders (e.g. Board, Private Equity investor, lenders, etc.)
• Work alongside other PwC teams, including specialist lines of service and sector experts.
• Support with one or two areas of internal team management
• Work with team members in areas of business development and origination efforts
• Supporting the needs of the go-to-market strategy
• Possesses a high degree of self-motivation and energy, agility and the ability to drive for high quality, meeting of deadlines and track record of setting and achieving goals;
• Good interpersonal and client relationship skills and the ability to relate to people at all levels of an organisation;
• A highly motivated, confident individual with presence;
• A proactive and dynamic team player;
• Problem solving capabilities / skills with the ability to think strategically, innovatively and "out the box";
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of agility in a demanding environment;
• An interest in and knowledge of the financial markets and the significant turnaround opportunity across SMA and Africa;
• A desire to build on commercial and industry knowledge;
• A desire and motivation to build interest in and knowledge for proactive origination and account targeting;
• Financial analysis and/or modelling skills;
• Negotiation skills;
• Conflict management skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, including the ability to input into storyboarding solutions for clients including on projects and proposals - be able to contribute to succinct, well-structured reports and client communications;
• Highly rated with good academic credentials; and

Proven ability to multitask and ensure effective delivery of the priorities to meet targets and objectives and who works effectively under pressure.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date

September 28, 2025

Executive Assistant (EA)provides high-level administrative support by managing the CFO's schedule, preparing confidential documents and reports, handling correspondence, coordinating meetings, and assisting with financial tasks

Responsibilities

Schedule and calendar management: Manage the CFO's complex calendar, schedule meetings, and ensure they are prepared for upcoming commitments.

Meeting coordination and support: Prepare agendas, gather and organize meeting materials, take minutes, and follow up on action items. This includes supporting board meetings and other high-level discussions.

Communication management: Screen calls, handle correspondence, and draft emails to ensure efficient communication.

Document and report preparation: Create, edit, and proofread a wide variety of documents, including presentations, reports, and confidential information. This can include preparing weekly plans and consolidating monthly and quarterly reports.

Financial and administrative support: Assist with budget tracking, process invoices and expense reports, and maintain financial and legal documents.

Travel and expense management: Coordinate all travel arrangements, such as flights, hotels, and car rentals, and process related expenses and reports.

Stakeholder management: Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, board members, and staff.

Confidentiality and discretion: Handle highly confidential and sensitive information with the utmost professionalism and discretion.

Special projects: Assist with and manage special projects as assigned by the CFO to support strategic initiatives

Qualifications and skills

Diploma in Financial Management

Experience: 2+ years in similar role

Technical proficiency: Expertise in standard office software and ability to learn new systems quickly. Experience with financial software is a plus.

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with all levels of the organization.

Organizational skills: Exceptional ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy.

Proactive and anticipatory: Ability to anticipate the CFO's needs and take initiative to prepare for them.

Problem-solving: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle issues calmly and effectively.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the CFO will oversee key support service departments, including Finance, Human Resources, and Quality & Compliance. This strategic leadership position is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, financial sustainability, and compliance across the organisation while contributing to its long‑term growth and impact.

• Drive strategic planning, budgeting, and business plan development.
• Propose policies and initiatives to support organisational growth and impact.
• Build high‑performing teams through effective leadership, coaching, and training.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory requirements, and corporate governance standards.
• Oversee robust financial controls, reporting, audits, and compliance with IFRS standards.
• Lead annual budgeting processes and monitor adherence to organisational goals.
• Manage cash flow planning, liquidity management, treasury operations, and funder relations.
• Optimise loan asset portfolio performance and risk management strategies.
• Provide strategic direction for recruitment, talent management, workforce planning, and performance management.
• Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning across the organisation.

• Ensure adherence to credit policies and regulatory standards through effective monitoring practices.
• Lead risk management efforts to support long‑term financial sustainability.
• Design and implement systems, controls, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency across departments.
• Promote automation and integration of tools to improve workflows and decision‑making processes.

• CA(SA) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum of 10 years’ senior management/executive experience overseeing Finance, HR, Procurement, Compliance, or Loan Portfolio functions.
• Strong understanding of IFRS standards, South African regulatory frameworks, and governance practices.
• Proven success in financial control, systems optimisation, portfolio risk management, and funder relationship management.
• Visionary leadership with the ability to inspire trust and mobilise teams toward achieving organisational goals.
• Strategic thinking with a focus on innovation and adaptability in navigating change.
• Exceptional communication skills - both written and verbal - to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Expertise in managing people through inclusive leadership practices that foster collaboration and accountability.
• Strong judgement skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure while maintaining focus on long‑term objectives.

• Contract Type: Perm
• Specialism: Accountancy & Finance
• Focus: Finance Director
• Workplace Type: On‑site
• Experience Level: Senior Management
• Location: Johannesburg
• Industry: Financial Services
• Salary: Negotiable

Job Reference: IO15CD-910AFE08

Date posted: 17 October 2025

Overview

A leading company in the sports betting space is seeking a visionary Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their executive leadership team in Johannesburg . If you thrive in fast-moving, complex, and highly regulated environments, have a passion for strategic financial leadership, and enjoy shaping growth across emerging markets, this is the role for you.

As a hands-on, commercially engaged finance leader, you’ll partner with the CEO and Board to drive financial strategy, optimise operations, ensure robust governance, and provide the insight needed to support ambitious growth initiatives across South Africa and beyond.

• Design and deliver the financial strategy to support market expansion, new product development, and sustainable growth.
• Provide forward-looking financial insights to guide strategic decision-making and business planning.
• Partner with the CEO and executive team to evaluate M&A opportunities, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and working capital optimisation.
• Ensure full compliance with local tax, audit, and sector-specific regulatory obligations.
• Build and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure transparency.
• Lead annual audit processes and liaise with external auditors, regulators, and other key stakeholders.
• Act as the financial face of the organisation to investors, shareholders, banks, and partners.
• Produce clear, accurate, and timely financial reports for the Board, regulators, and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to capital raising initiatives, investor relations strategies, and funding arrangements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, embedding a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence.
• Develop scalable systems, processes, and reporting structures to support a multi-jurisdictional, high-growth business.
• Champion the use of financial technology and data analytics to drive efficiency and strategic insight.

Requirements for this CFO in Johannesburg, South Africa:

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in senior finance roles, including at least 5 years in an executive or CFO capacity.
• Proven experience in iGaming, sports betting, payments, FinTech, or other highly regulated sectors.
• Strong expertise in financial planning, risk management, treasury, and cross-border operations.
• Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to balance governance and entrepreneurial growth.
• Proven leadership experience with teams, Board-level influence, and stakeholder engagement.
• Exposure to international markets, multi-currency environments, and high-growth business strategy.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial future of a leading iGaming and sports betting company. If you’re ready to lead a high-performing finance function, drive growth, and leave a lasting legacy, kindly send your CV through to for this CFO opportunity in Johannesburg, South Africa .

Position:
Chief Financial Officer - Outer West
Durban

Overview
:

· Lead, direct and manage the finance and accounting team

· Provide strategic direction

Responsibilities:

·Financial Management

Strategic Planning

·Financial Reporting

·Compliance.

·Leadership

Qualification, Experience

·10 years post qualification financial management experience

·Registered CA (SA);

·IFRS

Interested and meet the criteria or for more info,

please email your CV to

T R A F A L G A R   R E C R U I T M E N T  

Salary: R85,000 – R90,000 per month (depending on experience)

Location: South Africa (remote, full-time employee via Remote Recruitment)

Job Overview

An established UK-based Fractional CFO is seeking a highly capable South African finance professional to provide financial and operational support across a portfolio of clients. This unique opportunity offers flexibility, growth potential, and long-term engagement. Whether you're an experienced finance leader ready to take on client-facing responsibilities, or a skilled finance support specialist eager to grow, this role can be shaped to suit your level of expertise.

Initially part-time, the position is expected to evolve into a full-time role. You'll join a forward-thinking, collaborative environment that values proactivity, attention to detail, and a passion for operational excellence in finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the CFO in financial management, budgeting, reporting, and data analysis.
• Assist with structuring and streamlining financial processes across client businesses.
• Provide operational support for internal and client-facing initiatives.
• Collaborate on client projects, with scope to take on advisory or leadership tasks (for senior candidates).
• Manage junior-level tasks or strategic oversight duties, depending on experience.
• Deliver high-quality outputs in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Qualifications and Experience

Senior-Level Candidate Profile (CFO-Track)

• Proven experience in a CFO or senior finance leadership role.
• Strong strategic finance capabilities, including forecasting, financial modelling, and advisory.
• Comfortable in client-facing roles, capable of leading discussions and delivering insights.

Junior-Level Candidate Profile (Finance Support)

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a finance support, management accounting, or operations role.
• Skilled in financial reporting, reconciliations, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Eager to grow into broader responsibilities under the guidance of the CFO.

General Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Excel and cloud-based accounting tools (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Reliable internet connection and personal laptop/computer.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage priorities remotely.

Located: Durban (Hammarsdale)

General Summary:

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing leadership, direction and management of the finance and accounting team
• Providing finance-related strategic recommendations to the CEO / executive management team
• Ensuring the accuracy, validity and completeness of management and financial accounting for the Group.
• Analysis, budgeting, reporting, and ensuring that all accounting, and regulatory requirements and deadlines are met and all records are maintained.
• Management of the IT function
• Management of the procurement function

Report to the CEO

Responsibilities:

• Financial Management: Manage the company's financial operations. Ensure that the financial transactions, policies, and procedures meet the organization's short and long-term business objectives and are conducted in accordance with regulations, accounting principles, and standards.
• Oversee cash flow management, liquidity, and banking relationships to ensure adequate funding for operations and strategic investments.
• Ensure effective management of working capital
• Manage and support finance, debtors, creditors, and cost accounting teams.
• Prepare and monitor weekly cash flows.
• Ensure standard costing and the related product costing model, bill of material are updated as necessary.
• Provide insight to sales department to determine selling price and price increase.
• Provide strategic financial insight and analytics to the group to facilitate responsible decision making.
• Keep up to date with IFRS standards and all accounting concept, practices, and procedures.
• Lead the development of effective financial policies, procedures, and guidelines for Group.
• Overseeing commercial contracts with suppliers, retailers, agents to ensure that they are not commercially onerous
• Review procurement and contracts prior to settlement.
• Formulate and implement required controls.
• Ensure effective management of financial systems and records to ensure that Group finances are run effectively and financial data can be supplied accurately and timeously
• Ensure accuracy of the ERP system and that products are costed correctly.
• Ensure correct calculation and allocation of overheads.
• Ensure procedure manuals are adequately prepared and maintained regularly and are at the required standard.
• Identify and alert the CEO of any irregularity, lack of compliance, lack of adherence to process and procedures, weakness in internal controls, and any actual or potential concerns arising out of the financial and operational matters of the business.
• Provide oversight on procurement and IT departments.
• Liaise with auditors, bankers, and insurers
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement the financial strategy of the company. This includes long-term financial planning and forecasting, risk management, and investment strategies.
• Act as a strategic business partner to the CEO and COO, providing insightful analysis and recommendations, driving business growth, support in setting business objectives, defining necessary actions/initiatives, implementing strategies, and ensuring successful execution of business plans.
• Monitor and drive financial performance against business objectives and commitments with investors. Implement action plans to improve financial performance where necessary, detailing risks and opportunities for achievement. Proactively capitalize on opportunities and mitigate risks through strategic financial leadership.
• Develops finance organizational strategies by contributing financial and accounting information, analysis, and recommendations to strategic thinking and direction and establishing functional objectives in line with organizational objectives.
• Establishes finance operational strategies by evaluating trends; establishing critical measurements; determining production, productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies; designing systems; accumulating resources; resolving problems; and implementing change.
• Develops organization prospects by studying economic trends and revenue opportunities; projecting acquisition and expansion prospects; analyzing organization operations; identifying opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, and systems enhancement; and accumulating capital to fund expansion.
• Develops financial strategies by forecasting capital, facilities, and staff requirements; identifying monetary resources; and developing action plans.
• Supports the regular review of the company strategy and ensures finance solutions and approaches focus on delivery of an environment where the strategy can thrive
• Responsible for effective management of shareholder relations and subsequent reporting requirements.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation and communication of monthly and annual financial statements. Ensure the timely reporting of key financial data and updates to the CEO, Board of Directors, and other key stakeholders.
• Prepare financial reports including financial statements, strategic plans, budgets and financial forecast up to consolidation level.
• Analyze actual result against budget and interpret variances
• Oversee and manage the budget monitoring process including the production of monthly and quarterly financial and performance reports and provide recommendations and advice to address significant variances.
• Oversee the Preparation of management accounts.
• Provide quarterly reports for submission to the Board.
• Compliance: Ensure legal and regulatory compliance regarding all financial functions. This includes tax planning and compliance with tax regulations.
• Implement and monitor compliance with all financial and accounting standards (IFRS and PFMA), procurement (PPPFA), CIPC and tax requirements.
• Oversee and manage the supply chain management processes and procedures to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation.
• Leadership: Rebuild, strengthen and lead a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability. Direct the Finance and accounting team and ensure their ongoing professional development and training. Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team.

Qualification, Experience & Attributes:

• 10 years post qualification financial management experience –
  within a manufacturing environment;
• Registered CA (SA);
• Tax, and financial regulatory and reporting requirements (IFRS);
• Strong costing and management accounting experience;
• Strong SYSPRO experience essential
  ;
• Excellent communication, reporting and interpersonal skills, verbal and written;
• Ability to work well by oneself as well as in a team;
• Strong ability to solve problems and suggesting re-engineering methodologies to increase efficiency;
• Hands on;
• Cautious and diligent approach to daily tasks;
• Capability to effectively multitask;
• Ability to work well under pressure;
• Well organized with strong attention to detail;
• Honesty and integrity.

Salary: R42,500 – R45,000 per month (depending on experience) Part-Time

Location: South Africa (remote, full-time employee via Remote Recruitment)

Job Overview

An established UK-based Fractional CFO is seeking a highly capable South African finance professional to provide financial and operational support across a portfolio of clients. This unique opportunity offers flexibility, growth potential, and long-term engagement. Whether you're an experienced finance leader ready to take on client-facing responsibilities, or a skilled finance support specialist eager to grow, this role can be shaped to suit your level of expertise.

Initially part-time, the position is expected to evolve into a full-time role. You'll join a forward-thinking, collaborative environment that values proactivity, attention to detail, and a passion for operational excellence in finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the CFO in financial management, budgeting, reporting, and data analysis.
• Assist with structuring and streamlining financial processes across client businesses.
• Provide operational support for internal and client-facing initiatives.
• Collaborate on client projects, with scope to take on advisory or leadership tasks (for senior candidates).
• Manage junior-level tasks or strategic oversight duties, depending on experience.
• Deliver high-quality outputs in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

• Senior-Level Candidate Profile (CFO-Track)
• Proven experience in a CFO or senior finance leadership role.
• Strong strategic finance capabilities, including forecasting, financial modelling, and advisory.
• Comfortable in client-facing roles, capable of leading discussions and delivering insights.

• Junior-Level Candidate Profile (Finance Support)

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a finance support, management accounting, or operations role.

• Skilled in financial reporting, reconciliations, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Eager to grow into broader responsibilities under the guidance of the CFO.

General Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Excel and cloud-based accounting tools (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Reliable internet connection and personal laptop/computer.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage priorities remotely.