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Chief Financial Officer Jobs in City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa at Maccabi Consulting (Pty) Ltd
Title: Chief Financial Officer
Company: Maccabi Consulting (Pty) Ltd
Location: City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Company Description Maccabi Consulting (Pty) Ltd is a specialized recruitment services company with extensive experience across a wide range of industries. The organization focuses on connecting employers with skilled professionals by understanding the specific needs of each client and sector. Its consulting approach emphasizes quality placements, long-term relationships, and tailored talent solutions. Team members benefit from exposure to diverse business environments and the opportunity to contribute to impactful workforce decisions.
- Role Description
A CA(SA) with Retail experience(Ideally Telecoms or Technology environment)
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for overseeing the financial strategy, planning, governance, and performance of all the operating divisions within the organization.
Working closely with the CEO and Board, the CFO will provide commercial insight, ensure financial stability, support strategic decision-making, and drive operational and financial efficiency across the business.
The successful candidate will combine strong technical financial expertise with strategic leadership and commercial acumen
Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Leadership
· Develop and execute the organisation’s financial strategy in alignment with overall business objectives.
· Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO, Board, and executive leadership team.
· Support long-term growth initiatives, investments, and business planning activities.
· Drive value creation and sustainable financial performance.
Financial Planning & Analysis
· Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling processes.
· Deliver accurate financial reporting, analysis, and performance insights.
· Monitor financial KPIs and provide recommendations for improvement.
· Support data-driven decision-making across the organisation.
Financial Control & Governance
· Ensure robust financial controls, policies, and compliance frameworks are in place.
· Oversee statutory reporting, audit processes, and tax compliance.
· Maintain compliance with all financial regulations and corporate governance requirements.
· Manage organizational risk, treasury, and cash flow effectively.
Commercial & Operational Support
· Partner with operational leaders to improve business performance and profitability.
· Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and operational efficiency.
· Support pricing strategies, commercial negotiations, and investment decisions.
· Evaluate potential mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, or fundraising opportunities.
Leadership & Team Management
· Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
· Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.
· Ensure succession planning and capability development within the finance function.
· Promote collaboration across departments and functions.
Stakeholder Management
· Manage relationships with investors, banks, auditors, advisors, and regulatory bodies.
· Present financial performance and strategic updates to the Board and stakeholders.
· Support investor relations and fundraising initiatives where applicable.
· Act as a trusted strategic advisor to the executive leadership team.
Experience
· Proven experience as a CFO, Finance Director, or senior financial executive.
· Strong track record of financial leadership within retail sector.
· Experience managing financial strategy, reporting, and operational finance functions.
· Demonstrated success supporting business growth, transformation, or scaling organisations.
· Experience working with Boards, investors, and external stakeholders.
Skills & Competencies
· Strong commercial and strategic financial acumen.
· Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Salary and Package: Negotiable