Financial Manager

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

A well-established and growing organisation is looking for a qualified and competent Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join their dynamic team. This is a key leadership role with full responsibility for the daily operations and strategic direction of the business. The CFO will be the highest-ranking manager in the organisation and play a crucial role in driving the overall success of the company.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Chartered Accountant (CA)

• Proven experience in a Managing Director or senior managerial role

• Strong understanding of corporate finance and business performance metrics

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare financial statements, business activity reports, and forecasts

• Supervise staff responsible for financial reporting and budgeting

• Review financial reports and identify opportunities to reduce costs

• Assist management in making sound financial decisions

• Mitigate financial risk using strategies such as hedging

• Plan and prepare income tax documentation

• Perform data analysis to support business decisions

• Develop and manage accounting procedures to improve efficiency

• Evaluate cost-reduction opportunities across all departments

• Oversee debtors and manage cash flow

• Analyse sales performance, including trader and commodity sales

• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and policy requirements

• Lead weekly reporting on company performance

• Manage recruitment, retention, and development of staff

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and people management skills

• Excellent communication and organisational abilities

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

• High level of business acumen and strategic thinking

• Ability to handle crisis situations and mediate conflict

• Strong decision-making and delegation capabilities

IMPORTANT:

• Applications close 19 September 2025
• If you did not receive feedback within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful
• Only applications submitted via the Ditto Jobs platform will be considered
• Only candidates who meet all our client's minimum requirements will be contacted