Director of Finance

7 hours ago

Durban, South Africa HireHawk Full time

**Job Title**: Director of Finance (E-Commerce & Retail)

**Job Type**: Full-Time Contractor
**Workplace**: Remote (PST schedule alignment required)
**Schedule**: Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM PST
**Compensation**: USD $3,000 - $5,000 / month (DOE)
At HireHawk, we connect exceptional global finance talent with innovative U.S. brands.
As a Senior Finance Manager, you’ll own full-spectrum financial operations—controllership, FP&A, budgeting, and reporting—for a fast-growing e-commerce organization. You’ll partner directly with the CEO to drive fiscal discipline, improve profitability, and strengthen internal controls. This is a hands-on leadership role where precision, accountability, and data-driven insight define success.
Core outcomes
- Deliver accurate month-end close and financial reports.
- Build and maintain forward-looking budgets and forecasts to guide strategy.
- Oversee AR/AP, cash flow, and working capital to ensure fiscal health.
- Strengthen GAAP-compliant internal controls and audit readiness.
- Translate financial data into actionable insights that improve profit margins.

**Requirements**:

- 5+ years in finance, accounting, or controllership roles within e-commerce or consumer goods.
- Proven experience with advanced Microsoft Excel modeling.
- Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (required).
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) (preferred).
- Authorized to work remotely and available full-time during PST business hours.

**Benefits**:

- Monthly USD $3,000 - $5,000 (global range based on region and experience).
- Access to a $200k+ perk marketplace with discounts on 150+ services.
- Access up to 50% of approved earnings before payday (no credit checks or fees).
- Reliable, on-time in-currency payments.
- Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.

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