About the position
Job Overview:
We are seeking a strategic and commercially astute Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial function of a leading FMCG company headquartered in Durban. The CFO will play a critical role in shaping and executing the company’s financial strategy to support sustainable growth, innovation, and operational excellence across South Africa and regional markets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership:
- Partner with the CEO and executive team to drive long-term financial and operational strategy.
- Provide strategic recommendations based on financial analysis, forecasting, and risk assessment.
- Support business transformation, including digitization and route-to-market optimisation.
- Financial Management:
- Oversee all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with IFRS and local tax regulations.
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and capital allocation effectively.
- Business Partnering & Operational Support:
- Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to drive profitability and cost efficiencies.
- Develop pricing strategies and margin analysis models to enhance product competitiveness.
- Governance & Compliance:
- Ensure the company adheres to regulatory requirements (SARS, BEE compliance, Companies Act).
- Oversee risk management, internal controls, and audits (internal and external).
- Investor Relations & Funding:
- Maintain strong relationships with banks, auditors, and key stakeholders.
- Manage funding strategies, including debt, equity, and alternative financing.
- Team Leadership:
- Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Resilient, adaptable, and capable of operating in a fast-paced environment
- Ethical leader with strong integrity and governance mindset
Desired Skills:
- STRATEGIC THINKER
- leadership
- Negotiation
- STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
- COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS
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