Job Description

Based in Johannesburg East, this multinational logistics business operates at scale and complexity, requiring a CFO who is confident partnering with executive leadership, influencing decision-making, and driving financial excellence in a dynamic, growth-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Drive and execute the financial strategy, advising executive leadership on performance, risk, and growth initiatives.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across multiple regions.
• Oversee financial reporting, consolidations, governance, compliance, and audit alignment.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, treasury, and financial risk mitigation.
• Partner with operations and commercial teams to optimise margins, control costs, and support strategic projects.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, while supporting group-level initiatives and reporting.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• Registered CA(SA) (non-negotiable).
• Proven experience within the courier, freight, or logistics industry (essential).
• Minimum 10 years' experience leading a finance department, with at least 5 years in senior leadership.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with in-depth taxation and statutory compliance knowledge (South Africa and neighbouring countries).
• Solid understanding of imports, exports, customs duties, and cross-border operations.
• Demonstrated experience in financial system implementations and optimisation.
• Ability to influence, communicate, and negotiate at executive and board level.
• Advanced MS Excel proficiency.

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