Chief Financial Officer

Recruiter:

CA Financial Appointments

Job Ref:

67580

Date posted:

Friday, October 17, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
An established manufacturing group is looking for a hands-on, people-centered Chief Financial Office

POSITION INFO:

A proudly South African manufacturing group with a 20-year legacy of quality craftsmanship and growth is looking for a hands-on, people-centered Chief Financial Officer to join their executive leadership team.

You'll play a pivotal role in steering financial strategy, strengthening controls, and developing a capable finance team within a privately owned, multi-entity business that's evolving into its next phase of expansion and cultural transformation.

The Opportunity

As CFO, you'll partner closely with the CEO, COO, and EXCO to lead all aspects of financial management, reporting, and governance. You'll provide strategic direction while remaining deeply engaged in day-to-day operations, bringing insight, rigor, and strong people leadership to a finance function of around ten staff. This is a broad and influential role suited to someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced manufacturing environment and values long-term stability, team development, and impact.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the full finance function across several entities, driving accuracy, transparency, and accountability
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and management reporting to support sound business decisions
Strengthen internal controls, systems, and risk frameworks across manufacturing and distribution operations
Partner with EXCO and operational teams to interpret financial data and drive performance improvement
Ensure full compliance with IFRS, Companies Act, and statutory audit requirements
Oversee stock management, costing, and margin analysis within a high-volume production environment
Mentor, guide, and develop the finance team - fostering a culture of ownership, trust, and collaboration
Support business change initiatives including ERP optimisation

What You'll Bring

CA(SA) / CIMA or MBA or any other relevant qualification
8-10 years' post-qualification experience in manufacturing, production, or related sectors
Strong leadership record with proven success managing and developing teams
Experience in privately owned, multi-entity environments
Hands-on operational finance skills, particularly in costing, stock, and working capital management
Sound understanding of governance, compliance, and audit principles
Balanced communicator with the confidence to influence at both EXCO and factory-floor level
Strategic yet approachable, pragmatic, and collaborative in style

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