Cape Town City Centre: Chief Financial Officer (CA)

Our clientan established industrial equipment supplier based in Kuils Riverseeks a qualified CA(SA) to step in as Chief Financial Officer and elevate an already successful business to new market heights. This role calls for a commercially sharp, operationally minded finance leader who blends technical mastery with entrepreneurial drive, initiative, and a track record of outpacing their peers. Youll partner closely with operations, shape strategy, and own outcomeswhile living values of integrity, respect, and “people matter.” Expect occasional travel to Italy to engage directly with key suppliers. Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Strategy Own and lead the full finance function across the group Develop and execute financial strategy aligned to aggressive growth plans Provide commercial insight to the CEO and Exco to drive profitability and cash flow Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning Operational Involvement Work closely with operations, procurement, logistics, sales and service teams Costing of roasted coffee, imported equipment, parts, servicing and warranties Optimise working capital, inventory turns, and supplier payment terms Improve systems, processes and controls across the business Import / Export & Forex Exposure Manage foreign suppliers, landed cost models and exchange rate exposure Oversee customs, duties, VAT, and exchange control compliance Support occasional export transactions and pricing models Governance, Compliance & Risk Ensure full statutory, tax and regulatory compliance Oversee audits, tax planning and group structuring Implement strong internal controls without slowing the business down Leadership Lead and develop a high-performance finance team Set a culture of accountability, excellence and ownership Be a visible, respected leader across the business Ideal Candidate Profile Essential Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) 815 years post-articles experience Proven experience in a commercial, operational business (manufacturing, distribution, FMCG, importing or similar) Strong systems (Xero Accounting and Unleashed Stock Management System), costing and cash-flow expertise Comfortable getting involved beyond finance sleeves rolled up Candidates must include a clear reference to past performance where they were demonstrably the best at something , for example: Top performer in a finance team or company. Led a turnaround, system implementation or exceptional growth phase. Achieved outstanding academic, sporting or professional results. Recognised internally or externally for excellence. We are looking for evidence of excellence , not titles alone. Outstanding talent deserves a tailored offer. Were keeping the salary flexible so we can reward the right individual appropriately.