Head of Finance

6 days ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Edge Executives Full time

Head of Finance Location Johannesburg, South Africa Type Interim Executive Leadership Intro Hook Shape financial strategy that drives sustainable growth.A pivotal leadership opportunity for a finance professional ready to steer governance, profitability, and performance at scale. About the Role As Head of Finance , you’ll lead the full financial function—driving strategic insight, control, and operational excellence across a complex, multi-stakeholder business. You’ll oversee everything from reporting and governance to forecasting and commercial strategy, ensuring alignment between finance and the organisation’s long-term objectives. This is a hands-on yet strategic leadership role that influences decisions at board level and guides financial health across all divisions. Who the Client Is This opportunity is with a well-established, diversified organisation recognised for operational excellence and strong market presence. The group operates across multiple sectors and values leaders who combine technical strength with pragmatic commercial judgement and collaborative leadership. What You’ll Do Oversee financial management activities including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profitability analysis. Develop and maintain robust financial reporting frameworks ensuring accuracy, compliance, and business alignment. Lead accounting operations and strengthen governance and control frameworks. Partner with senior management to shape strategic decisions and long-term plans. Manage commercial negotiations and relationships to optimise profitability. Design and execute revenue growth strategies informed by data and insight. Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment between finance, operations, and technology. What You Bring CA(SA) or equivalent qualification. 8–10 years’ experience in senior finance or accounting leadership roles. Proven expertise in financial reporting, forecasting, and governance. Strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence executive decisions. Skilled in managing complex stakeholder relationships. Analytical, data-driven mindset with strategic foresight. Advantageous: experience in rewards, loyalty programmes, or multi-partner environments. What Success Looks Like Financial processes running with precision, transparency, and compliance. Insightful reporting that drives sound strategic and operational decisions. Strengthened governance and risk control frameworks. Improved profitability through data-led commercial interventions. High-trust partnerships across executive and operational teams. Rewards & Realities This is a visible and demanding leadership role—ideal for a finance professional who thrives on accountability and impact. You’ll influence enterprise-level decisions while building scalable financial systems that support sustainable growth. #hiring #edge #kestria

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