Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its executive leadership team and play a pivotal role in driving sustainable growth, operational excellence, and financial performance across the business.

POSITION INFO:
Are you a strategic financial leader with the vision and drive to shape the financial future of a leading security solutions provider?

A leading South African provider of integrated, intelligence-driven security and risk management solutions, delivering innovative services across sectors such as mining, logistics, retail, aviation, and critical infrastructure.

As the CFO, you will be responsible for leading the company’s financial strategy, planning, and governance to support its long-term objectives. You’ll partner closely with the CEO and executive team to provide strategic insight, ensure sound financial management, and safeguard the company’s assets and profitability.

Duties:

• Financial Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement long-term financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts aligned to business goals.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation and accuracy of management accounts, financial statements, and variance analyses.
• Budget & Expenditure Management: Manage budgets, monitor costs, and drive initiatives to enhance expenditure control and efficiency.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure full compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and Bidvest Group policies.
• Financial Management: Oversee cash flow, working capital, and cost control, while identifying opportunities to improve financial performance.
• Reporting & Analysis: Provide financial insights and scenario analyses to guide executive decision-making and business growth.
• Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team that exemplifies excellence and accountability.

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

• 5–10 years’ senior management experience within a complex, fast-paced environment - - ideally within manufacturing, logistics, or large corporate sectors.
• Strong proficiency in financial systems (ERP/SYSPRO), advanced Excel, and financial modelling.
• Proven ability to influence at executive level and lead transformation in financial management and performance.

• Exceptional strategic and analytical ability.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation capabilities.
• High level of integrity, resilience, and business acumen.