Head Of Finance
Western Cape, South Africa
Job Description
Job Summary The Opportunity
A fun, vibrant, and purpose-driven business is on the lookout for a Head of Finance to own and lead the finance function end to end. This is a senior, hands-on role where you'll work closely with the executive team, providing commercial insight while ensuring strong financial discipline. You'll be trusted to manage the day-to-day full finance function while also thinking strategically about where the business is heading. It's a role with real influence, autonomy, and plenty of room to make your mark
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the financial strategy and support business growth initiatives
- Drive cost control, margin improvement, and financial analysis
- Manage capital, assets, and cash flow
- Ensure audit readiness, compliance, and strong financial governance
- Oversee day-to-day full finance function (FFF) operations
- Identify and manage financial and operational risks
- Partner with leadership on strategic decision-making and planning
- Revenue and growth forecasting
- BCom in Accounting or Finance + CA(SA) qualification
- 5+ years' experience in an accounting environment
- 2+ years' experience in a Financial Manager or senior finance role
- A hands-on, commercially minded leadership style
- The ability to thrive in a fast-moving, energetic environment
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Xero experience (essential)
- Exposure to SimplePay, Cin7, and Shopify is a big plus
You'll be joining a business with personality, purpose, and momentum. This isn't a stiff, corporate finance role -- it's a space where ideas are encouraged, collaboration is real, and your input genuinely matters. If you enjoy building structure without killing the vibe, and leading finance in a way that supports creativity and growth, this role offers the perfect balance of impact, culture, and challenge
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If you're a Head of Finance who brings energy, insight, and leadership to everything you do, I'd love to chat.
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- Head of Finance & Finance Manager Roles
- Commercial & Strategic Finance Leadership
- Retail, Consumer & High-Growth Business Finance
For more information, contact:
Ally-Jane Volmink
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD1643249
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationWestern Cape, South Africa
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EducationNot mentioned