Group Chief Financial Officer

SUMMARY:
Are you a high-impact CA(SA) Financial Director with strong operational finance expertise within food manufacturing? This is a rare opportunity to step into a strategic leadership role where you will drive profitability, strengthen cost control, and partner closely with operations to improve efficiencies across a high-volume manufacturing environment based in Johannesburg North.

POSITION INFO:
A well-established food manufacturing business based in Johannesburg North is seeking a commercially astute Financial Director to lead the finance function and drive strategic financial decision-making. This role is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who thrives in operational environments, understands manufacturing cost drivers, and can influence business performance through strong financial governance and insight.
You will work closely with the executive team, providing financial leadership across production, procurement, supply chain, and commercial operations. The successful candidate will play a critical role in improving profitability, optimising working capital, and ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
WIIFM: This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where you will be a true business partner to operations and directly influence profitability and growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the full finance function including monthly reporting, management accounts, and statutory compliance
- Drive operational finance performance including costings, margin improvement, and factory performance reporting
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning in alignment with business objectives
- Oversee working capital management, cash flow forecasting, and financial risk mitigation
- Lead and develop the finance team while strengthening internal controls and governance frameworks

Job Experience and Skills Required:
- CA(SA) qualification is essential
- Minimum 8–12 years post-articles experience, with proven leadership experience
- Strong operational finance experience within manufacturing (food manufacturing highly advantageous)
- Proven experience in cost control, stock management, and margin optimisation
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Advanced Excel skills and ERP system experience (Syspro / SAP / Sage X3 or similar)
- Strong leadership and team management capability
- Must be based in Johannesburg or willing to commute to Johannesburg North
Apply now!
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For more information, contact:
Pascaline Seko
Executive Consultant