CFO

3 days ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Robert Walters Full time

Overview Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving financial excellence and organisational growth? We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our client’s dynamic team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their organisation. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. Must have proven experience working in the financial services / banking sector 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. 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. Job Details Contract Type: Perm Specialism: Accountancy & Finance Focus: Finance Director Workplace Type: On-site Experience Level: Senior Management Location: Johannesburg Salary: Negotiable Industry: Financial Services Job Reference: IO15CD-910AFE08 Date posted: 17 October 2025 Consultant: Megan Venter johannesburg accountancy-finance/finance-director -16 financial-services Johannesburg Gauteng ZA Robert Walters #J-18808-Ljbffr

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