Group CFO

Group CFO

Recruiter

Network Recruitment

Job Ref

NFU016760/OH

Date posted

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Location

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY

The boardroom is calling for more than a finance leader. It needs a strategist, a commercial operator, and an executive who can turn manufacturing complexity into sustainable growth. If you've built high-performing finance teams, influenced business direction at executive level, and know how to navigate the fast-paced world of OEM manufacturing, this could be the leadership challenge you've been waiting for.

POSITION INFO

A leading OEM manufacturing business is looking to appoint a Group CFO to join its executive leadership team in Silverton. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a substantial finance function, lead a growing team, and partner with senior stakeholders to drive business performance and strategic decision-making. The organisation is in an exciting phase of growth and expansion, creating a platform for an experienced finance executive to leave a legacy. With an established market presence and ambitious future, this role offers the opportunity to influence business strategy, optimise financial performance, and build a best-in-class finance function. What's in it for you? Executive-level influence with direct impact on business strategy and performance. - Opportunity to lead and expand a sizeable finance team. - Join a respected manufacturing organisation with significant growth ambitions. - Exposure to complex operational and commercial decision-making. - The chance to shape the future direction of an established industry player. Key Responsibilities: Lead the overall financial strategy and direction of the organisation. - Drive budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and long-term financial planning. - Partner with the executive team to support strategic business initiatives and commercial decision-making. - Lead, mentor, and develop a growing finance function consisting of eight direct reports and additional planned hires. - Oversee cash flow management, working capital optimisation, and financial risk management. - Ensure robust governance, compliance, and internal control frameworks. - Deliver meaningful financial insights to improve operational performance and profitability. - Manage stakeholder relationships with auditors, financial institutions, and executive leadership. Job Experience and Skills Required: Education: - CA(SA) is highly preferred. - CIMA qualification will also be considered where supported by extensive relevant experience. Experience: - 8-10 years' experience within senior finance leadership roles. - Proven experience within OEM manufacturing is non-negotiable. - Demonstrated success leading sizeable finance teams. - Experience operating at executive and strategic level. - Strong commercial acumen and business partnering capability. Skills: - Advanced financial leadership and strategic planning capabilities. - Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills. - Systems experience on Syspro is essential. - Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making abilities. Apply now! For more exciting Finance, Engineering, IT, Supply Chain, Commercial and C-Suite vacancies, please visit: /> I also specialise in recruiting in the following: - Chief Financial Officers (CFO) - Finance Directors - Group Financial Executives - Financial Managers - Executive Finance Leadership - Manufacturing Finance - OEM Manufacturing Finance - Commercial Finance Leadership - Strategic Finance Appointments - CA(SA) and CIMA Opportunities If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. For more information, contact: Ofentse Hlatshwayo Researcher Connect with me on LinkedIn!