Western Cape: Interim CFO posted by Network Contracting

Company and Job Description

Our client is a well-known, innovative, digital services platform operating in the on-demand services space, with a strong presence across South Africa. The business is recognised for its people-first culture, strong social impact and technology-driven model.

They are seeking an Interim CFO to support the executive team on a consulting basis (±80 hours per month). This role will provide strategic oversight of the finance function, ensure continuity during the maternity period and support key commercial and operational initiatives.

This is a high-impact role suited to a commercially minded finance leader who enjoys working in agile, fast-paced, scale-up environments.

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide strategic financial leadership to the executive team
• Oversee financial performance, forecasting and budgeting
• Guide cash flow management and capital allocation
• Support commercial decision-making and growth initiatives
• Ensure strong governance, compliance and risk management
• Partner with leadership across operations, product and HR
• Oversee management reporting and financial insights
• Support board and investor reporting where required
• Mentor and guide the finance team
• Drive process improvements and financial efficiencies

Job Experience and Skills Required

Education:

• CA(SA) or equivalent professional qualification (essential)

Experience:

• Proven experience in a CFO / Finance Director role
• Experience within tech, platform, marketplace or high-growth environments (highly advantageous)
• Strong commercial and strategic finance exposure
• Board and executive stakeholder engagement experience
• Consulting / interim experience (advantageous)

Skills:

• Advanced financial modelling & forecasting
• Strong commercial acumen
• Excellent stakeholder management
• Strategic thinker with hands-on approach
• Strong leadership and influencing skills

Other non-negotiables:

• Available to commit ±80 hours per month
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, agile environment

Skills & Attributes

• Strategic and analytical
• High emotional intelligence
• Strong decision-making ability
• Results-driven
• Adaptable and resilient
• Excellent communication skills
• Trusted advisor mindset

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For more information contact:
Riah Mthimunye
Researcher:  Finance & IT