Job Description
THE OPPORTUNITY THAT AWAITS YOU
We’re on the hunt for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who’s as comfortable crunching numbers as they are shaping strategy in a fast‑moving, tech‑savvy environment. This isn’t just about keeping the books balanced — it’s about building financial muscle for a high‑growth business that thrives on innovation.
You’ll be the strategic partner to the CEO, leading a lean finance team, and driving decisions that fuel scale, efficiency, and sustainability. Think of it as being the architect of financial clarity in a start‑up that’s pushing boundaries.
YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Turn complex financial results into clear, actionable insights
- Own budgeting, forecasting, and management accounts with precision
- Keep tax compliance and statutory reporting sharp and on point
- Build and refine internal controls, systems, and processes that scale
- Deliver monthly and annual reports in line with IFRS (no surprises, no delays)
- Lead external audits with confidence and finesse
- Run financial modelling and scenario analysis to guide growth decisions
- Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and execs to keep the business moving
- Mentor and upskill your team — because great leaders build great teams
OUR REQUIRED EXPERTISE
- CA(SA) qualification (non‑negotiable)
- 10+ years of progressive finance experience
- Strong IFRS, tax, and governance knowledge
- Hands‑on with Pastel, advanced Excel wizardry, and BI tools
- Experience in Media or FinTech? That’s a bonus
- Proven leadership chops — hiring, mentoring, and building high‑performing teams
- Ability to zoom in on detail and zoom out to strategy seamlessly
YOUR REWARD
- Competitive Salary range: R1.5m – R2m per annum (CTC) + company perks
- You get to lead a small but mighty finance crew (<5 members)
- Kickoff the new financial year with a big impact – preferred January start
- Quick Process: HR screening → Final interview with CEO & COO
WHAT THE CLIENT VALUES
- Deadline‑driven but cool under pressure
- Proactive, efficient, and laser‑focused
- Reliable, trustworthy, and collaborative
- Problem‑solver with critical thinking flair
For more roles, please have a look at our website (www.60degrees.com). or follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/10287263/)