Chief Financial Officer, Pietermaritzburg

A well-established, nationally operating business in the

industrial services / manufacturing sector

is seeking a commercially strong

Chief Financial Officer

to join its executive team.

This is a high-impact role suited to a hands‑on executive who can lead

finance, reporting, operational performance, and business integration

across a multi‑site, asset‑based environment.

Key Responsibilities Strategic&Executive Leadership

Partner with the CEO, Board, shareholders, and banks as a key strategic advisor

Drive overall group strategy and performance management initiatives

Act as a central point of coordination across Finance, IT, HR, Payroll, and Sales

Financial Management&Reporting

Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes

Lead the preparation of

Annual Financial Statements and group audits

Deliver accurate, timely reporting to executives, board, shareholders, and financial institutions

Implement enhanced reporting frameworks including:

Consolidated financial reporting

Budget vs actual tracking

KPI and performance dashboards

Operational&Commercial Finance

Drive profitability through improved

cost control and operational efficiency

Analyse

customer portfolios and contract profitability

Implement non‑financial metrics to monitor operational performance

Support pricing, tenders, and commercial decision‑making

Cash Flow&Working Capital

Strengthen cash flow forecasting and monitoring processes

Manage banking relationships and funding structures

Optimise working capital across a complex, multi‑site operation

Systems, Processes&Efficiency

Implement and enforce company policies and procedures to ensure governance and consistency

Improve reporting accuracy through systems and data enhancementsDrive automation and system improvements across finance and operations

Lead implementation of workforce and operational systems (e.g. time and attendance tools)

People Leadership&Workforce Optimisation

Oversee finance, HR, IT, and payroll functions

Improve workforce efficiency across a large employee base (500+ staff)

Drive staff cost analysis, reporting, and control mechanisms

Support training, development, and performance management initiatives

Governance, Risk&Compliance

Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax regulations, and statutory requirements

Maintain strong internal controls and audit processes

Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory frameworks

Requirements

CA(SA) (essential)

10+ years’ experience in senior financial leadership roles

Proven experience in

multi‑site, operational, or asset‑based environments

Strong background in

reporting, controls, and operational finance

Experience managing

large workforce cost structures

Demonstrated success in improving

EBITDA, reporting quality, and efficiencies

Key Competencies

Highly commercial and operationally hands‑on

Strong leadership across cross‑functional teams

Strategic thinker with execution focus

Advanced analytical and reporting capability

High levels of integrity and governance

Suitable applications to be emailed to

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