SUMMARY:
A well-established, family-owned business is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive team. This is an opportunity for a commercially driven, hands-on finance leader to shape financial strategy, drive business performance, and support long-term growth.
The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in restaurants, QSR, FMCG, retail, hospitality, or franchise environments, with the ability to combine strategic insight with strong operational execution.
POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Strategic Leadership Partner with shareholders and executives to develop and execute business strategy Drive long-term financial planning and growth initiatives Provide commercial insights to support key business decisions Identify opportunities to improve profitability, efficiency, and cash generation Participate in acquisitions, expansion projects, and strategic investments Financial Management Lead all aspects of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information across the business Develop and monitor key financial and operational performance metrics Oversee working capital, treasury, and banking relationships Drive cost optimisation and margin improvement initiatives Governance, Risk & Compliance Ensure strong financial controls, policies, and governance frameworks Oversee tax, statutory, and regulatory compliance Manage external audits and professional advisors Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks Operational Finance Leadership Partner with operational teams to improve business performance Support decision-making across multiple business units and locations Deliver meaningful financial insights to non-financial stakeholders Evaluate new business opportunities and investment cases Lead the finance function through growth and change Leadership & Team Development Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing finance team Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Act as a trusted advisor to executive management and shareholders Skills & Experience: CA(SA) qualification Minimum 10 years' post-articles experience Proven senior financial leadership experience Experience within one or more of the following industries: Restaurants Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) FMCG Retail Hospitality Franchise businesses For more information connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Financial recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Finance jobs, Accountant jobs, Financial Manager vacancies and Management Accountant vacancies. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database and we will connect with you with any other suitable roles or positions.
