Chief Financial Officer

Recruiter:

Smith Garb & Associates

Job Ref:

JHB008194/JA

Date posted:

Friday, October 23, 2026

Location:

Alrode / Wadeville, South Africa

Salary:

1 400 000 Annually

SUMMARY:

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Industry: Engineering / Manufacturing
Location: South-East Johannesburg

The Opportunity

An established engineering and manufacturing business is seeking a commercially astute, hands-on Chief Financial Officer to partner with the Managing Director in driving business performance, profitability and growth.
This is a broad business leadership role that extends beyond traditional financial management. The successful candidate will be actively involved across Finance, Procurement, IT, HR, Payroll, Supply Chain and Operations, identifying opportunities to improve efficiencies, strengthen controls and drive accountability.
A strong background in an industrial or process-driven environment, with significant stock exposure, is essential. We are looking for an energetic, positive go-getter who combines strategic thinking with operational involvement and is prepared to roll up their sleeves to get things done.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and cash flow management. Partner with the MD and EXCO to drive profitability, growth and overall business performance. Provide cross-functional oversight across Finance, Procurement, IT, HR, Payroll and Operations. Drive procurement strategy, supplier negotiations, stock forecasting, inventory control and working capital optimisation. Identify operational inefficiencies and implement improvements across systems, processes and resource utilisation. Maintain strong financial controls, governance, statutory compliance and risk management. Lead and develop the finance team while promoting accountability across the business. Requirements CA(SA) essential and is required for appointment. Minimum 7 years' post-articles experience in a senior finance leadership role. Strong industrial, engineering, manufacturing or process-driven experience, with substantial stock exposure. Proven understanding of procurement, costing, inventory management and working capital. Demonstrated ability to influence and improve performance beyond the finance function. Strong commercial, analytical, leadership and financial modelling skills. Advanced ERP and Excel capabilities; experience with AI-driven reporting or forecasting is advantageous. Equipment rental, industrial distribution, turnkey projects or welding industry experience will be beneficial. The Ideal Candidate A strategic yet hands-on leader who is energetic, positive, commercially minded and comfortable getting involved at every level of the business. Someone who takes ownership, challenges constructively, solves problems and turns strategy into action. Apply now by submitting your CV for consideration.

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