Chief Financial Officer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFU016412/OH

Date posted:

Friday, June 5, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A leading manufacturing organisation within the OEM sector is seeking a highly experienced Chief Financial Officer to join its executive leadership team. This is a strategic, high-impact role suited to a seasoned CA(SA) with deep expertise in manufacturing finance, operational excellence, and large-scale capital environments. The ideal candidate is a strong business leader who can drive financial strategy while maintaining tight control over cost, supply chain efficiency, and working capital performance.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a well-established manufacturing group operating within the OEM space, known for delivering high-quality engineered products and solutions across complex supply chains. The business operates in a capital-intensive environment where precision, efficiency, and operational alignment are critical to sustained success.

The CFO will be responsible for leading the full finance function while partnering closely with the CEO and executive team to drive strategic growth, profitability, and operational efficiency. This role requires a commercially minded finance leader who understands the complexity of manufacturing operations, from procurement and production through to inventory management and distribution.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where finance plays a central role in shaping strategy, improving operational performance, and enabling long-term growth. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence major business decisions and lead at the highest level.
Key Responsibilities:

Lead the full finance function, including financial strategy, planning, and governance
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning for the group
- Manage financial reporting, compliance, and risk across the organisation
- Drive cost efficiency and profitability across manufacturing, supply chain, and operations
- Oversee working capital, stock management, and cash flow optimisation in a capital-intensive environment
- Provide strategic financial input on large capital investments and operational expansion projects
- Partner with executive leadership on business strategy and performance improvement initiatives
- Lead and develop a high-performing finance team

Job Experience and Skills Required:
Education:
- CA(SA) qualification (Chartered Accountant) is essential
Experience:
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in senior financial leadership roles
- Extensive experience within the manufacturing / OEM industry is essential
- Strong understanding of supply chain management, production costing, and inventory control
- Proven experience in managing large capital structures and investment decisions
- Experience operating at executive or board level will be highly advantageous

Skills:
- Strong strategic leadership and business partnering ability
- Deep understanding of manufacturing finance and operational cost drivers
- Strong financial modelling and analytical capability
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- ERP system experience (SAP or similar) advantageous
- Strong decision-making ability in high-pressure environments
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

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