Financial Director

SUMMARY:

Finance Director
Based in Somerset West, South Africa
Salary Range:  ZAR 100,000 – ZAR 130,000 per month

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:
Role Overview
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on finance director to lead the finance function of a growing technology company focusing on pan-Africa. The successful candidate will oversee all financial strategy, reporting, compliance, and operations aspects. They will be instrumental in supporting growth, ensuring financial discipline, and driving high-quality execution across finance, procurement, logistics, and risk functions.

Key Responsibilities

1. Risk Management & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements including:
• Taxation
• Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE)
• Health & Safety regulations
• Other relevant bodies in South Africa and regions of operation
• Monitor and implement controls to mitigate financial, legal, and operational risks.
• Oversee company insurance coverage, audits, and statutory filings.

1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Lead the development of annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts and board reporting packs.
• Deliver ad-hoc analysis and scenario modelling to support business decisions.
• Oversee cost control measures and margin improvement initiatives.

1. Treasury & Working Capital

• Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital optimization, and banking operations.
• Oversee debt facilities and trade finance instruments.
• Monitor FX exposures and hedging strategies where appropriate.

1. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team across:
• Accounting
• Procurement
• Logistics
• Warehouse operations
• Ensure high performance through coaching, clear KPIs, and effective delegation.
• Support ERP improvements and system integrations.

1. Stakeholder & Investor Relations

• Serve as the primary liaison for:
• External auditors
• Bankers
• Investors and shareholders
• Prepare investor reports and participate in fundraising activities when required.
• Support governance and board-level reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) designation required.
• Master’s degree (e.g., MBA) preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years' progressive experience in finance roles, with at least 5 years at a senior management level.
• Proven experience in managing compliance and regulatory frameworks in South Africa.
• Strong FP&A, treasury, and team leadership credentials.
• Prior experience in a technology, manufacturing, or IoT-related industry is advantageous.

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and commercial acumen.
• Hands-on leader capable of operating at both strategic and operational levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Integrity, discretion, and professionalism in all dealings.
• Proficiency in financial systems and tools (e.g., ERP, Excel, BI dashboards).