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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Robert WaltersJohannesburg, ZA
1 day ago
Job description

Job title : Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : November 20, 2025

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About the Role :

  • Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the CFO will oversee key support service departments, including Finance, Human Resources, and Quality & Compliance.
  • This strategic leadership position is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, financial sustainability, and compliance across the organisation while contributing to its long-term growth and impact.

    • Key Responsibilities :

    Strategic Leadership :

  • Drive strategic planning, budgeting, and business plan development.
  • Propose policies and initiatives to support organisational growth and impact.
  • Build high-performing teams through effective leadership, coaching, and training.
  • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory requirements, and corporate governance standards.

    • Financial Management :

  • Oversee robust financial controls, reporting, audits, and compliance with IFRS standards.
  • Lead annual budgeting processes and monitor adherence to organisational goals.
  • Manage cash flow planning, liquidity management, treasury operations, and funder relations.
  • Optimise loan asset portfolio performance and risk management strategies.

    • Human Resources Leadership :

  • Provide strategic direction for recruitment, talent management, workforce planning, and performance management.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning across the organisation.

    • Quality & Compliance Oversight :

  • Ensure adherence to credit policies and regulatory standards through effective monitoring practices.
  • Lead risk management efforts to support long-term financial sustainability.

    • Systems Optimisation :

  • Design and implement systems, controls, policies, and procedures to enhance efficiency across departments.
  • Promote automation and integration of tools to improve workflows and decision-making processes.

    • Qualifications & Experience :

  • CA(SA) or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Minimum of 10 years’ senior management / executive experience overseeing Finance, HR, Procurement, Compliance, or Loan Portfolio functions.
  • Strong understanding of IFRS standards, South African regulatory frameworks, and governance practices.
  • Proven success in financial control, systems optimisation, portfolio risk management, and funder relationship management.

    • Key Competencies :

  • Visionary leadership with the ability to inspire trust and mobilise teams toward achieving organisational goals.
  • Strategic thinking with a focus on innovation and adaptability in navigating change.
  • Exceptional communication skills - both written and verbal - to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels.
  • Expertise in managing people through inclusive leadership practices that foster collaboration and accountability.
  • Strong judgement skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure while maintaining focus on long-term objectives.
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