Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Recruiter:

Salix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB002783/SS

Date posted:

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

21000000 Annually

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead a financial function.

POSITION INFO:
This is a senior leadership position where you will play a pivotal role in setting the strategic direction, managing financial operations, and ensuring the financial health of the Cluster.

If you have the leadership skills, financial expertise, and a strategic mindset, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Duties:

Lead and manage the financial team.
Oversee all financial activities, ensuring alignment with the Cluster's strategic goals and targets.
Collaborate with key stakeholders, including shareholders, bankers, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
Devise and implement strategies for financial performance and operational efficiency.
Maintain and improve finance systems, procedures, and processes to support business growth.
Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and financial obligations, with particular attention to financial aspects.
Deliver key financial reports within deadlines, including Group Financial Reports, Year-End Financials, Internal Audit Information, Tax Submissions, Risk Reports, and Sustainability Reports.
Drive tax compliance for the Cluster, including VAT, PAYE, ETI, and Company Tax.
Fulfil fiduciary duties with the utmost integrity and professionalism.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Qualifications:

Matric (Grade 12)
BCom
BCom Honours / CTA
CA(SA) / CIMA / MBA

Experience:

Completed SAICA Articles
10 / 15 years experience in a senior management role
Extensive experience across all aspects of financial management, including strategy implementation and financial reporting.
Previous experience as a director of an organisation.

Skills & Competencies:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in due diligence and acquisitions (advantageous).
Strong time management, administrative skills, and the ability to deliver under pressure.
Proven experience in team leadership and achieving deadlines

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