Chief Financial Officer (CFO), 5-year contract, East London

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for a 5-year contract based in East London, Eastern Cape

POSITION INFO:

Applicants are required to meet the following criteria:

• NQF level 9 qualification such as master’s in business administration or finance OR
• Chartered Accountant (SA) or equivalent
• A minimum of 10 years of working experience in finance of which 5 years must be in a senior leadership role
• Deep understanding of commercial operations and/or business financial turnaround
• Strong ability to link financial strategies to operational and strategic goals
• Expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and analysis
• Strong understanding of activity based and standard costing methods
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory standards & SA Legislation
• Expertise in financial modelling, forecasting, and data analysis

• Financial strategy & leadership – develop/implement financial strategies; collaborate and provide financial insight; lead budgeting process; optimize financial performance; implement systems
• Financial planning & analysis – Lead budgeting / forecasting; monitor financial performance and key metrics; analyse cost drivers; evaluate investment projects; drive profitability
• Financial operations & reporting – financial reports; oversee accounting function, tax aspects and cash flow management; working capital requirements; AFS; manage financial operations; drive profitability and scalability
• Risk management/compliance – identify/mitigate financial risks; manage strategies and systems; oversee audits
• Cost & revenue management – monitor/control operating costs; optimize efficiency; analyse cost variances and implement corrective measures; oversee rental income streams; facilitate loan collections
• Team leadership & development – oversee finance team; build/lead supply chain team; mentor
• Strategic growth activities – evaluate growth opportunities; lead/support due diligence; drive funding initiatives; prepare reports and presentations
• Technology & systems optimization – oversee software and ERP systems; drive digital transformation