Director of Finance

9 hours ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa HireHawk Full time US$30 000 - US$60 000 per year

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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