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Head Of Finance

Ref: JO-2601-358404

  • Environment: In-office
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Starts: 2026-03-02
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Head of Finance
Location: Cape Town
Level: Senior Leadership

A high-growth, tech-enabled business is seeking a Head of Finance to lead and scale its finance function. This is a hands-on senior role for a CA(SA) who can balance strong financial control with commercial and strategic input.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead the finance function end-to-end, including reporting, controls, and compliance
* Own budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
* Prepare board and investor reporting
* Partner with the CEO and leadership team on strategic decisions
* Lead finance systems and ERP implementation
* Support fundraising and long-term exit readiness
* Build and develop the finance team

Requirements
* CA(SA) qualification
* 5+ years post-articles experience
* Big audit firm background
* Strong technical and commercial finance capability
* Experience in high-growth environments advantageous

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time. We thank you for your interest and wish you every success in your career search.

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Head Of Finance

  • South Africa, Cape Town
  • Accounting & Finance, Business Operations & HR
  • ZAR 1,200,000.00 - ZAR 1,560,000.00 per annum
  • In-office
  • Permanent

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Head Of Finance

  • South Africa, Cape Town
  • Accounting & Finance, Business Operations & HR
  • ZAR 1,200,000.00 - ZAR 1,560,000.00 per annum
  • In-office
  • Permanent

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