CFO / Senior Financial Manager (Renewable Energy Industry), Sandton

Overview A growing organisation within the renewable energy and construction sector is seeking a commercially minded finance professional to join its executive team. This role is suited to a Senior Financial Manager ready to step into a CFO-level position, rather than a long-standing career CFO. Executive leadership will provide strategic guidance and mentorship.

The successful candidate will be responsible for financial leadership, governance, and oversight across the business, supporting strategic growth, project profitability, and long-term sustainability.

Duties

Provide strategic financial input to support business growth and expansion

Oversee the full finance function, including reporting, controls, and compliance

Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes

Monitor cash flow, working capital, and funding requirements

Implement and maintain financial governance and internal control frameworks

Oversee financial performance of construction and project-based environments

Drive cost control and profitability across projects

Support commercial decision-making with financial analysis

Manage relationships with banks, auditors, and external stakeholders

Contribute to risk management and financial strategy

Lead and mentor the finance team

Requirements

Chartered Accountant CA(SA) or equivalent professional qualification (essential)

10–15+ years of progressive finance experience

Proven track record in a senior finance leadership role (CFO, Finance Director, or equivalent)

Significant experience within construction, EPC, infrastructure, renewable energy, or similar project-driven sectors

Demonstrated experience managing large, complex projects valued between R50 million and R1 billion

Strong commercial acumen and project finance expertise

Preferences

Senior Financial Manager stepping into a CFO role

Experience in project-based environments

Experience in high-growth or scaling businesses

Experience in renewable energy, construction, or EPC project environments

Experience managing funding, project finance, or capital investment programmes

Mandarin language proficiency (advantageous but not essential)

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