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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.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership- 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
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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.
Responsibilities- 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 .
#J-18808-LjbffrChief Financial Officer
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Company:
Connecting Africa (Pty) Ltd — a dynamic, medium-sized ICT enterprise
Connecting Africa is seeking a seasoned and visionary Chief Financial Officer to join its leadership team. This critical executive role requires a finance professional who is both
strategically astute
and
operationally strong
, with the ability to drive financial governance, enhance business performance, and contribute to the company's growth trajectory in the ICT and technology sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the full financial function of the Group, ensuring sound financial governance, compliance, and strategic alignment with the company's vision.
- Provide financial leadership to the Executive team and board, enabling informed decision-making.
- Develop and implement strategic budgeting, financial modelling, and forecasting processes to support business growth.
- Ensure compliance with IFRS, relevant accounting standards, and tax legislation.
- Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimization, and cost control initiatives.
- Support business expansion, capital structuring, and investor relations.
- Drive digital transformation and automation within the finance environment.
- Build and mentor a high-performing finance team across multiple regions.
- Engage with key internal and external stakeholders including auditors, regulators, funders, and partners.
Minimum Requirements
- CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA
or equivalent professional qualification. - Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Minimum
5 years in a senior financial leadership role
, ideally within ICT, Telecoms or Technology. - Proven track record in strategic financial planning, reporting and governance.
- Strong understanding of
IFRS
and South African tax and regulatory frameworks. - Proficiency in
E-filing
, income tax submission and compliance processes. - Familiarity with
Sage 200
and
Sage People 300
will be advantageous. - Strong presentation and communication skills at
Board level
. - High proficiency in
advanced Excel
and other Microsoft 365 tools. - Demonstrated experience in
risk management
, mitigation, and business continuity planning. - Exposure to
international financial reporting
and cross-border transactions. - Valid driver's license and own transport.
- No criminal record.
Desired Attributes
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into business insights.
- Proven leadership and team development skills.
- High levels of integrity, accountability, and resilience.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-focused environment.
- Committed to continuous professional development and staying abreast of industry
A full job specification will be provided upon receipt of a CV.
Why Join Connecting Africa?
This is an opportunity to join a
progressive ICT company
that plays a pivotal role in digital connectivity and technology solutions across Southern Africa. The successful candidate will be an integral part of shaping the company's
strategic direction and financial sustainability.
To Apply:
Submit your CV and cover letter to
Closing Date:
30 October 2025
Chief Financial Officer
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The Role Purpose
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key executive responsible for overseeing and managing the financial health and strategy of the organization. The CFO's primary role is to ensure the company's financial stability and long-term growth by providing strategic leadership on financial matters, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
The CFO works closely with the CEO, board of directors, and other members of the executive team to align financial strategies with the overall business objectives. The CFO manages relationships with external stakeholders such as investors, auditors, and regulatory bodies.
Your Responsibilities will include:
Planning:
- Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiatives
- Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans
- Develop financial and tax strategies
- Manage the capital request and budgeting processes
- Develop performance measures and monitoring systems that support the company's strategic direction
Operations:
- Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team
- Maintain in-depth relations with all members of the management team
- Manage the accounting, SCM, legal, tax, IT and treasury departments.
- Oversee the financial operations of foreign operations.
- Oversee the company's transaction processing systems.
- Implement operational best practices
- Supervise acquisition due diligence and negotiate acquisitions.
Financial Information:
• Oversee the issuance of financial information
• Report financial results to the board of directors
• Monthly financial reporting
• Weekly cash flow reporting
Risk Management
• Understand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile
• Monitor all open legal issues involving the company, and legal issues affecting the industry
• Construct and monitor reliable control systems
• Maintain appropriate insurance coverage
• Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
• Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies.
• Report risk issues to the audit committee of the board of directors
• Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations
Funding and Investment:
• Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts.
• Arrange for debt financing and equity financing.
• Decide on investment strategies by considering cash and liquidity
The ideal candidate for the role will have the following qualifications and experience:
- CA (SA)
- 8 - 10 years post articles experience necessary
- 6 years post articles experience within a tech industry is a must
- At least 4 years' experience leading a finance team.
Knowledge
:
- Supply Chain
- Finance reporting and governance
- Software Industry
Skills
:
- Financial Management
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Analysis
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Leadership and Management
- Compliance and Regulation
- Financial Reporting
- Treasury and Tax
- Strong Commercial acumen
Software:
• SAP
• Advance Microsoft Excel
Values and Behaviours:
- We are honest and respect each other.
- We challenge issues but honour commitments.
- We believe that innovation is a way of life.
- We have a passion to win; a freedom to fail; but only once for the same reason.
- We take responsibility for our actions; we are accountable for achieving results and we take ownership of our mistakes.
- We do the right thing for the right reason.
- We are part of the solution, not part of the problem.
- We are fearless with nerves of steel.
- We believe in teamwork and partnership.
- We are diverse yet united.
- We are involved yet independent.
- We believe in learning and continuous improvement
The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
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Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Providing proactive financial leadership for the Company by developing analytical and financial insight for all long and short-term decisions, including resource allocation outcomes and processes, country investments, and external business partnerships
Analyzing company operating results and proactively identify areas of potential concern, initiating corrective action when necessary, and identify innovative ways to improve business volume and profit
Establishing and managing financial control processes, including quarterly and annual financial planning, goal setting, and target monitoring, as well as budgetary and purchasing controls
Driving all company reporting activities, ensuring financial results' integrity, timely preparation and, when necessary, presentation to relevant business stakeholders
Managing relations with external auditors and stakeholders, and prepare the company for all relevant regulatory and tax audits by ensuring adherence to necessary financial, administrative and corporate compliance
Driving effective staffing, selection, development, retention and motivation, across Finance, as well as overall group capability development
Driving compliance to corporate governance requirements
Key interfaces include: Sandoz Country Head; P&O Head; Head of OTC Marketing, Functional Heads, Regional/Global Finance Heads
You'll receive:
- Competitive market related salary
- Learning & development opportunities
- Substantial medical aid subsidy
- Group Life benefits, including dread disease cover
- Company paid medical aid gap cover
- Generous leave policy, including parental leave
Why consider Sandoz?
Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, touched the lives of almost 500 million patients last year and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more
With investments in new development capabilities, state-of-the-art production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.
Our momentum and entrepreneurial spirit is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is encouraged
The future is ours to shape
SandozRole Requirements :
- CA (SA), Post-graduate qualification in Commerce / Finance or related
- Proficient in English (written and spoken)
Experience:
- Extensive experience (10 – 12 years) in financial administration roles, with a record of increasing responsibility and scope
- Excellent exposure to financial modelling & control process design
- Thorough understanding of relevant tax, governance codes and regulatory environment
- 5-10 years leadership exposure at a senior level
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Sandoz embraces diversity, equal opportunity and inclusion. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration, and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
The Company's Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process
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Purpose of this Executive Role:
To effectively implement and oversee the financial, accounting and reporting, facilities management, and procurement processes of the CETA in alignment with CETA strategic objectives and operational plans and policies. The role of the CFO is to also advise the CETA CEO, Executive Management and the Accounting Authority on and ensures the implementation of and compliance with best practices regarding financial management and control, strategic and regular reporting that is credible in line with applicable accounting framework and the PFMA. The CFO will be expected to ensure effective internal controls, financial risk management, financial sustainability and compliance with the key and relevant laws and regulations is achieved by the CETA; and establish and enforce a culture of high performance in Finance Division in enhancing stakeholder service and value adding service to the entity. This responsibility will ensure that the CETA achieves the clean administration and clean audit outcome whilst enhancing its reputational image with satisfied stakeholders, thereby realising its mandate and objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Develop Finance strategy that entails developing detailed action plans to realise CETA strategic initiatives and define performance measures the success thereof.
- Develop and implement systems, procedures and processes that will results in the improvement of the CETA financial position and sustainability.
- Oversee the implementation of and adherence to financial management policies and procedures of the CETA.
- Oversee organisational expenditure and financial controls against the approved budget thresholds and compliance, including developing actions/ corrective measures to align the budget to available financial resources.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and ensure total compliance with relevant laws, policies, and regulations applicable to the CETA.
- Develop and monitor the implementation of an effective financial management strategy for the CETA.
- Compile monthly and quarterly financial management accounts and reports.
- Compile quarterly, interim and annual Financial Statements that are GRAP and PFMA compliant.
- Ensure proper cash flow management and all reporting in line with applicable Treasury guidelines.
- Direct and optimise the CETA investment activities and portfolio returns.
- Oversee the accounting, finance and related reporting function and responsibilities.
- Manage audit-related matters, including the development and monitoring and reporting progress against Action Plan to address the AG's audit findings.
- Identify and manage all financial, investments and associated risks.
- Ensure adequate financial control and systems for the accountable delegation of financial powers, asset management, monitoring and evaluation, early warning, and corrective action.
- Develop and facilitate the implementation of a Supply Chain Management (SCM) system consistent with legislative and other good governance arrangements.
- Ensure all procurement and SCM activities are done on time and in compliance with regulatory requirements and are managed efficiently.
- Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly SCM and procurement related reports and registers to the CEO, Accounting Authority, and the National Treasury and the DHET.
- Oversee facilities, registry and records management function and processes of the CETA in line with prescripts and best practices.
- Manage the CETA's relationship with critical stakeholders on the financial management matters.
- Manage, develop, and supervise the staff of the Finance Department; including their continuous learning and development for CETA finance to be an effective and efficient unit.
- Perform any other relevant duties as directed by the CEO.
Specific Deliverables Expected
- Develop, manage, and track cost centre budgets and report to affected executives timeously.
- Monthly management accounts and revenue improvement reports.
- Monthly and weekly cash flow projections and investment portfolio analysis.
- Update and tabling of Finance management policies and procedures for recommendation to the Accounting Authority by the CEO.
- Develop and implement service standards and the business unit scorecards in improvement CETA financial performance.
- Weekly processing and effecting of regular supplier and stakeholders' payments.
Desired Skills, Experience and Competencies
- A recognised bachelor's degree in Finance / Accounting and a post graduate qualification in the related fields like the CTA (Certificate of Theory in Accounting), these being a Finance and Accounting qualification at NQF level 8.
- Completed articles and a Chartered Accountant certification with institutes like SAICA or another equivalent internationally recognised accountancy institute, is an added advantage.
- Master of Business Administration, M.Com or similar NQF 9 qualification will be an added advantage.
- A combined experience of not less than (minimum of) 8 (eight) years' experience in financial management, reporting in a complex and highly regulated environment, with at least 5 of those must have been in a senior financial management role.
- Proven experience in leading and directing finance and accounting teams in achieving clean audit / unqualified audit results with no major non-compliance audit findings.
- Demonstrated experience in reporting to executives and boards on governance, risk, compliance, and control matters; and in key finance and investments business processes.
- Knowledge of higher education sector, the SDA, SDLA and the PFMA are essential.
- Understanding of the Treasury Regulations, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act of 2017, and the BBBEE Act.
- Computer literacy: Advanced Excel and Data Analytical skills are required.
The following Attributes are necessary to succeed in this role:
- Self-discipline and motivated team player.
- Ethical consciousness and conduct in all dealings with the matters of CETA.
- Emotionally intelligent and communicates well across all levels.
- Financially savvy, legal, and commercially minded.
- Value-adding advisor to the processes of the organisation.
- Initiative-taking and loyal to the organisation.
- Independent, objective and impartial.
- Excellent and exceptional negotiation skills.
Remuneration and Benefits
Remuneration for this role is a market related package per annum, in line with the CETA Remuneration Policy and the applicable salary scales. A competitive package will be negotiated to attract best candidates.
The appointment will be for a fixed term not exceeding 5 years, subject to satisfactory performance as per Performance Policy of the CETA.
PLEASE NOTE
Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to vetting and assessment process by the CETA; with the successful candidates subjected to security vetting.
Interested applicants should send a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic qualifications and names of three contactable referees via CETA recruitment portal ), No emailed applications will be accepted.
Enquiries: Be submitted by e-mail to and not later than 5 days before closing date. Please note the following contact details are for enquiries about JOB CONTENT ONLY and NOT for application purposes.
CETA will not consider any late applications . The CETA reserves the right to cancel this advert, and / or not to appoint. CETA will only correspond with shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive correspondence from CETA within 4 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
All international qualifications must be submitted with a valid SAQA accreditation, failure to do so will lead to automatic disqualification.
Closing date: 31 October 2025 @ 23h59.
"CETA is committed to providing equal opportunities and practicing affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender, disability) in the organisation through filling of this position and candidates whose appointment will promote representativity will receive preference ."
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Step into a strategic executive role where your financial leadership will directly shape the future of a diversified group in the technology and services space.
Company and Job Description:
An established player in the tech-driven services industry is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead group finance at head office level. This executive role offers the chance to operate at board level, influencing key strategic and operational decisions.
You'll drive group reporting, ensure regulatory compliance, manage financial planning, and engage directly with executive leadership, stakeholders, and auditors. If you thrive in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment, this could be your next big move.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee group reporting and financial controls
- Prepare board and audit committee reports
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
- Manage internal and external audit processes
Job Experience and Skills Required:
- CA(SA) accreditation is essential
- 10+ years post article experience and 3–5 years in a senior managerial role, ideally in a group/multi-entity environment
- IFRS, tax legislation, ERP systems (Excel/Google Sheets), stakeholder reporting
- Proven ability to lead at executive level is essential.
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Our client, a leading operator in the iGaming and Sports Betting industry, is searching for an accomplished
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
to join their executive leadership team in Johannesburg. This role is central to driving financial strategy, shaping governance, and supporting the organisation's ambitious growth trajectory across South Africa and other emerging markets.
This appointment requires a finance leader who thrives in complex, fast-moving, and highly regulated environments, with the vision to align financial performance with long-term business success.
The CFO will act as a strategic partner to the CEO and Board, taking ownership of the financial direction of the business while ensuring robust governance and compliance in one of the most dynamic and competitive industries. This is not a passive finance role—it is a hands-on, commercially engaged position requiring the ability to balance risk, innovation, and scale.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Growth
- 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 leadership team to evaluate M&A opportunities, joint ventures, and partnerships across Africa and beyond.
Financial Management & Governance
- Oversee all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and working capital optimisation.
- Ensure full compliance with local tax, audit, and regulatory obligations, including sector-specific gaming and betting requirements.
- Build and maintain a strong internal control environment to safeguard assets and ensure transparency.
- Lead annual audit processes and liaise with external auditors, regulatory authorities, and stakeholders.
Investor & Stakeholder Relations
- Act as the financial face of the organisation to investors, shareholders, banks, and key external partners.
- Produce clear, accurate, and timely financial reports to the Board, regulators, and other stakeholders.
- Contribute to capital raising initiatives, investor relations strategies, and funding arrangements.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, embedding a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence.
- Develop scalable systems, processes, and reporting structures that can support a high-growth, multi-jurisdictional business.
- Champion the use of financial technology and data analytics to drive efficiency and strategic insight.
Candidate Profile:
- Qualifications:
Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or equivalent professional designation. - Experience:
Minimum of 10 years in senior finance roles, with at least 5 years in an executive or CFO capacity. - Industry Knowledge:
Experience in iGaming, Sports Betting, Payments, FinTech, or another highly regulated sector is essential. - Expertise:
Strong track record in financial planning, risk management, treasury, and cross-border operations. - Commercial Acumen:
Ability to balance governance with entrepreneurial growth in a rapidly evolving market. - Leadership:
Proven experience leading teams, influencing at Board level, and engaging with regulators and investors. - Global Mindset:
Exposure to international markets and multi-currency environments will be highly advantageous.
What's on Offer:
This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role within one of the most exciting and fast-growing industries in Africa. The successful candidate will not only safeguard financial resilience but will also be instrumental in shaping strategic outcomes that define the future of the business.
You will have the autonomy to build a best-in-class finance function, the platform to influence regional and global expansion, and the chance to leave a lasting legacy in a sector that rewards innovation, speed, and strategic foresight.
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The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a key executive leadership role responsible for the overall financial health and strategic direction of the Association. As a member of the Board of Directors and a strategic finance business partner, the incumbent is responsible for planning and executing against the Association's strategy, with a view to protecting the Association's revenues, profits, and investments to ensure sustainable growth and good corporate governance. The CFO will develop metrics for the assessment and evaluation of the Association's financial performance and accurately report such to the Board. This role also requires the application of effective risk management through continuous monitoring of control systems designed to manage all risks and transactions. The incumbent will execute capital-raising strategies to support the expansion of the Association, deal with mergers and acquisitions, and oversee certain shared services for the AA group of companies, including legal compliance and internal legal advisory services.
Reporting Structure
Reports to:
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Direct Reports:
Financial Manager, General Manager: Finance and Commercial Legal Advisor
Job Grade:
Grade 2
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy & Planning:
- Plan and execute against the Association's strategy to ensure sustainable growth and profitability
- Utilise forward-looking models and activity-based analyses to provide insight and recommendations for both short-term and long-term growth plans
- Identify, develop, and execute analysis of business initiatives, product launches, and/or new service offerings
- Explore new investment opportunities and provide recommendations on potential returns and risks
- Provide the Board and executive team with relevant input, calculations, reports, or advice on mergers and acquisitions, including legal structures, valuations, capital raising), and other aspects
- Provide sound financial management advice to the Financial Manager and other senior Managers in terms of their responsibility and delegated authority.
Financial Management, Accounting & Reporting:
- Manage the finance function to ensure effective and professional accounting, reporting, and control of funding and budgets
- Take effective and appropriate steps to prevent unauthorised, irregular, fruitless, or wasteful expenditure
- Ensure proper management and safeguarding of the Association's assets and liabilities
- Oversee and lead the budgeting process and monitor the utilization of budgets within the Association
- Oversee the preparation and submission of monthly financial performance reports as well as quarterly and annual financial statements
- Ensure that reporting, controls and enterprise risk programs are operating and functioning as intended
- Support business leaders in achieving business goals and objectives through the use of advanced modelling and analysis to provide actionable intelligence, beyond data.
- Review and analyse monthly financial results and provide recommendations
- Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Association are kept, including the preparation of financial statements for each financial year
- Oversee cash, investments, and asset management.
Risk Management & Corporate Governance:
- Develop, implement, and manage risk management structures and processes throughout the business, including group insurance management
- Ensure appropriate procurement systems are fair, equitable, transparent, competitive, and cost-effective
- Oversee and lead the development and monitoring of the implementation of policies and procedures in line with all applicable legislation and other relevant regulations (e.g., King Report on Governance) to ensure compliance and promote good corporate governance
- Remain current on best practices as well as legislation and the regulatory environment regarding company operations.
People Management & Leadership:
- Manage and administer the performance management system for all direct reports
- Create an environment where staff is empowered and held accountable through policies, procedures, appropriate remuneration and incentive structures, and development programmes that have regard to employment equity and transformation initiatives
- Select and engage consultants and auditors. Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors and manage the preparation for and support of all external audits.
Qualifications:
Education:
CA (SA), an MBA or a CPA/CMA certification is highly preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in finance, strong leadership, analytical, and business acumen, with the ability to influence at the executive level
- Proven experience as a CFO, Finance Director, or in a senior commercial finance role
- Deep understanding of accounting standards, financial regulations, and compliance requirements
- Demonstrated experience in a leadership role with corporate governance and external stakeholder responsibilities.
Skills:
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Deep understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements
- Proficiency with financial software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
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Our client is seeking an experienced CFO to drive operational performance across a fast-paced environment
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead financial strategy, planning, and reporting.
- Oversee operational performance across all business units.
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation to support growth and efficiency.
- Monitor financial performance, KPIs, and profitability across farms, manufacturing, and distribution.
- Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to optimize cost, production, and delivery of perishable goods.
- Ensure compliance with financial, tax, and regulatory requirements.
- Provide strategic and analytical insights to guide executive decisions.
- Lead, mentor, and manage large teams across finance and operations functions.
- Support investment decisions, mergers, acquisitions, and business expansion.
Qualifications:
- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is required.
- Over 10 years of senior leadership experience in FMCG, animal feed, perishable goods, or manufacturing.
- Proven experience
running a business
, with strong
finance expertise
and
team leadership experience
. - Experience managing large teams and multi-site operations.
- A track record of driving profitability, operational efficiency, and business growth.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of finance, operations, and supply chain for perishable goods.
- Exceptional leadership and people management capabilities.
- Highly analytical, strategic, and data-driven mindset.
- Strong operational and commercial acumen across end-to-end business functions.
- Ability to oversee perishable goods production, quality, and delivery.
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills with executive teams and stakeholders.