Chief Financial Officer (CFO) (CA(SA))

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR009359/MoD

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

1500000

SUMMARY:
HighâGrowth Logistics, Supply Chain and Freight Forwarding Group. Are you a visionary financial leader ready to shape the future of a rapidly scaling, international business? Our client — a marketâleading and fastâgrowing organisation within the logistics, supply chain, and freight forwarding sector — is seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its financial strategy across global operations.

POSITION INFO:

This is more than a senior finance role. It is a strategic executive appointment within a business that is expanding aggressively, innovating boldly, and redefining international movement and trade.

ð The Opportunity:
As the CFO, you will sit at the centre of strategic decisionâmaking, partnering closely with the executive team to drive sustainable growth, optimise financial performance, and support expansion across international markets. You will play a critical role in shaping the organisation’s future while strengthening its financial foundations.

This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in complexity, embraces pace and pressure, and wants to leave a meaningful legacy.

ð Key Requirements:

â Professional Expertise:
- CA(SA) or equivalent Chartered Accountant qualification
- 8–10 years’ postâarticles experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a senior leadership role
- Proven experience within logistics, supply chain, or freight forwarding
- Strong exposure to international finance and multiâcurrency environments
- Inâdepth knowledge of taxation, accounting standards, compliance, and regulatory frameworks
ð Industry Insight:
- You understand the financial and operational complexities of crossâborder trade and can confidently navigate the challenges of a global logistics or freight network
ð¼ Leadership & Personal Attributes:
- Driven, passionate, and solutionsâorientated
- Comfortable operating under pressure within fastâmoving environments
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
- Influential leader with strong stakeholder management and teamâbuilding capabilities

ð¯ Key Responsibilities:

Lead and execute the company’s financial strategy, planning, and forecasting
Oversee global financial operations, governance, compliance, and reporting
Drive profitability, performance optimisation, and sustainable growth
Provide dataâdriven insights to support executive and Boardâlevel decisionâmaking
Manage risk, cash flow, capital structure, and investment strategies
Champion financial excellence and develop highâperforming finance teams

ð Why Join This Business?:

A thriving organisation within a highâimpact, fastâpaced global industry
Significant influence at the executive and board level
A culture that values innovation, accountability, and high performance
The opportunity to grow alongside a company expanding its international footprint

ð© Ready to Lead at the Highest Level?

Apply directly or connect for a confidential discussion.
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