CFO - FMCG

SUMMARY:

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.

POSITION INFO:

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

 

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