Chief Financial Officer

at Executive Placements
Published October 14, 2026
Expires December 14, 2026
Location Johannesburg, South Africa
Category Finance  
Job Type Full-Time  

Description

Description:

This is an opportunity for a commercially astute CA(SA) who wants to influence more than the financial results.

Working closely with the MD and EXCO, you'll help shape the next phase of growth, drive strategic projects and ensure financial decisions translate into operational performance.

And there's more: this executive opportunity includes share options, giving you the chance to participate in the value you help create!

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the full financial management function
Partner with the MD and EXCO on strategy, growth and key business decisions
Drive budgeting, forecasting and financial planning and analysis
Oversee financial reporting, compliance and governance
Provide commercial insights to support profitability and performance
Strengthen stock control and working capital management
Support strategic projects with financial modelling and analysis
Drive financial controls, risk management and process improvement
Leverage automation and AI tools to improve efficiency and reporting

Job Experience and Skills:

CA(SA) essential
7+ years' post-articles experience
Proven senior leadership experience
Industrial industry experience preferred; candidates from operational, product-based environments will also be considered
Strong strategic and commercial business partnering capabilities
Expertise in full financial management, budgeting, forecasting and reporting
Strong FP&A and financial modelling skills
Experience with stock control, compliance and financial controls
Advanced MS Excel, including dashboards and financial modelling
AI tools and automation experience advantageous.
Executive presence, sound commercial judgement and the ability to influence business strategy

Please Send your resume/CV