Sandton: Chief Financial Officer posted by Vumilia Africa Group (Pty) Ltd

1. JOB TITLE

Chief Financial Officer

2. POST LEVEL

Executive

3. DEPARTMENT

Finance

4. REPORTING LINE

Chief Executive Officer

5. DIVISION

Finance

6. LOCATION / CENTRE

90 Grayston drive – Sandton

7. CONTRACT TYPE

Fixed Term

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Enables financial sustainability, and compliance with all relevant legislation and financial/accounting standards to provide strategic oversight and insights on the financial position and performance of the organizations strategic partnerships and investments to ensure sustainability.

Key Performance Areas

Key Activities

Strategic Planning and Analysis

Integrates financial data into long term strategic planning

Conducts scenario planning and predictive financial modelling

Guides investment prioritisation and resource allocation at the executive level

Support organisational transformation with financial insight

Facilitating and identifying budget guidelines and parameters development and implementation

Assist in translating business strategy into a financial plan

Design and document BU level budgeting

Draw up a standardised business unit budget proposal template

Submitting budgets and financial information to Treasury and Department of Human Settlement

Forecasting income and expenditure against various parameters

Financial Management and Reporting

Oversees all financial operations with full accountability

Provides forward-looking insights that shape business strategy

Ensure IFRS / GAAP compliance across the organisation

Interprets complex financial data to inform critical decisions

Design BU level and management accounting model

Establish appropriate BU performance metrics

Financial reporting against budgets and reporting on variances

Manage monthly / quarterly reviews with departments heads

External Reporting

Annual Financial Statements to National Treasury

Quarterly and annual reports to the National Department of Human Settlement

Treasury and Capital Management

Optimise capital structures to support growth and stability

Makes strategic investment and funding decisions aligned with organisational objectives

Engage with funders/sources to understand characteristics of each option (pricing, term, conditions etc)

Engage with preferred funders and conclude detailed funding plan

Document funding strategy and detailed implementation plan and obtain sign-off from EXCOM and Board

Manage Funding Covenants and requirements

Investment

Managing investments and maximising returns on financial assets

Calculating financial implications of schemes and investments

Assessing and evaluating financial viability and soundness of products and services

Risk Management

Identifies strategic, operational, and financial risks proactively

Design and implements enterprise risk management frameworks

Advises the board on risk appetite and mitigation strategies

Leads organisation-wide risk culture initiatives

Ensures financial and organisational protection

Oversee all accounting and internal control activities to ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls practice, tax laws and all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements

Compliance and Governance

Ensure organisational compliance with PFMA, Companies Act, tax laws, and regulatory frameworks

Leads governance initiatives and develops policies for audit readiness

Advises the board and executive team on governance risks and mitigations

Developing, implementing and maintaining finance and credit control policies and procedures

Managing assets and liabilities appropriately

Managing and maintaining financial information and documents

Revising and updating work processes and collection methodologies

Managing the general ledger, cash book, fixed assets, and stock inventory

Procurement

Developing, implementing and maintaining SCM policies and procedures in accordance with National Treasury requirements

Implement process and procedures to enable efficient SCM processes to meet organisational needs

Audit and Internal Controls

Oversees robust internal controls across all operations

Engages with internal and external auditors at board level

Ensures timely and transparent audit reporting

Drives continuous improvement of control environments

Contribute to EXCOM and own team success

Attending, participating in, and contributing to Executive, MCIC, BCIC, Board, and Audit & Risk Committee meetings

Promoting and facilitating own team interaction and managing team meetings

Supporting a culture of trustworthiness, openness to new ideas, passion for purpose, accountability, competence and teamwork

Living the organisational values

Promoting a culture of living the values of the organisation

Accountability, collaboration, excellence, leadership, integrity, innovation, diversity, ubuntu, and professionalism

Managing own performance and productivity

Updating organisational and market-related knowledge and developments

Monitoring and evaluating own work progress

Developing own competence as required

Completing and actioning performance review results and recommendations

Post Investment and Collections

Monitoring of all post?investment activities.

Effective execution of turnaround strategies for distressed investments / loans

Ensure compliance with Post?Investment & Collections Policies

Provide strategic insights to EXCOM & Board committees

NHFC COMPETENCIES

Competencies

Leadership

Strategic Thinking Shapes organisation-wide strategy using financial insight

o Anticipates market, regulatory, and shifts

o Advises the board on long term growth and sustainability

o Connects financial strategy with business innovation

Decision-Making Makes high-stakes financial and business decisions with confidence

o Considers multiple perspectives and risk implications

o Balances short term operational needs with long term objectives

o Acts decisively during crises, including cybersecurity, compliance, or market events

Change Management Leads large-scale transformation programs affecting finance and operations

o Champions cultural and process change across the organisation

o Engages stakeholders to ensure adoption of new systems or processes

o Uses data-driven insights to monitor change outcomes

Team Leadership & Development Builds high-performing finance and cross-functional teams

o Mentors senior managers and identifies successors for critical roles

o Promotes a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence

Stakeholder Engagement Builds credibility and trust with boards, investors, regulators and government entities

o Influences decision-making at the highest organisational levels

o Manages complex stakeholder relationships diplomatically

Attributes:

Strong technical financial experience

Teamwork

Interpersonal Sensitivity

Work under pressure

Self Confidence

Attention to Detail

Continuous Learning & Development

Initiative

Professionalism

Quality Management/Assurance

Values and Ethics

Job Specific Competencies:

Integrity & Ethics Acts as the ethical standard bearer for the organisation

o Ensures transparent financial practices

o Upholds compliance and ethical behaviour at all levels

o Influences organisational culture through personal example

Analytical Thinking anticipates business challenges through financial modelling and scenario analysis

o Synthesises complex information into actionable insights

o Evaluates strategic options with precision and foresight

o Advises the board using data-driven recommendations

Communication & Influence communicates complex financial concepts clearly to non-financial audiences

o Persuades stakeholders to support strategic initiatives

o Negotiates high-value contracts or partnerships effectively

o Serves as spoke person for the organisation in financial matters

Adaptability & Resilience Maintains composure during financial, operational, or reputational crises

o Adapts financial strategy in response to regulatory, market, or technical shits

o Leads the organisation through uncertainty with confidence

Problem Solving Resolves unprecedented financial and operational challenges

o Anticipates potential problems and implements preventative measures

o Leads cross functional teams to innovative solutions

o Applies lessons learned to strengthen organisational resilience

Extensive experience with IFRS /GAAP accounting structures and reporting requirements, organisation-wide financial management, internal controls, and accounting software systems.

Understanding and experience in Housing Finance

Guides entity strategy with budgetary foresight

Understanding and experience of good practice procurement

Understanding and experience of good practice procurement

Business acumen

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualifications

Minimum Requirement:

B Com Honours or Post Graduate NQF 8 qualification in Financial Management or Accounting

CA(SA)

Experience

Minimum Requirement:

1015 years Senior Executive financial management roles in managing a complex financial operation.