CFO

Recruiter:

Smith Garb & Associates

Job Ref:

JHB007933/JA

Date posted:

Sunday, January 25, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

1 600 000 Annually

SUMMARY:

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Turnaround Manufacturing Business | Johannesburg & Namibia
A mid-tier manufacturing business in a critical turnaround and rebuild phase is seeking a commercially astute Chief Financial Officer to join its Executive Management Team.
This role is suited to a hands-on, resilient CFO who thrives in complex environments, enjoys fixing fundamentals, and knows how to restore profitability, liquidity, and confidence in a business.
December Financial year-end

The Opportunity

As CFO, you will play a pivotal role in stabilising the business, strengthening financial discipline, and positioning the company for sustainable growth. You will work closely with the Board, banks, and executive team, bringing structure, insight, and momentum to the turnaround journey.

POSITION INFO:

Key Focus Areas

Financial control, governance, and asset custodianship
Annual Financial Statements, statutory compliance, and audit management
Working capital recovery and optimisation, including:
- Creditor renegotiations post Business Rescue
- Cash flow forecasting and inventory control
- Credit risk and customer finance oversight
Costing leadership within a manufacturing environment
Banking and debt facility management, including covenant reporting
Risk management and insurance oversight
Board, shareholder, and executive reporting
BBBEE strategy monitoring and optimisation
Leadership of capital investment and efficiency projects (e.g. alternative energy initiatives)
Leadership and development of the finance team

Experience & Requirements

CA(SA) or BCom Finance with a relevant Master’s qualification
10+ years post-qualification experience, with senior management exposure
Proven experience in manufacturing and turnaround or recovery environments
SYSPRO ERP experience – non-negotiable
Strong costing background
Confident engagement with banks and senior stakeholders
High EQ, maturity, and a decisive, delivery-focused leadership style

Ideal Background

At least 2 years in a CFO role
5+ years in senior financial management within manufacturing
IFRS for medium-sized entities
Practical BBBEE strategy and compliance experience

This is a high-impact CFO role for someone who wants to leave a clear fingerprint on a business and be part of a leadership team driving real change.

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