Job Description
The role of a Chief Financial Officer is to oversee the financial performance and management of the finance function. This position requires a strategic and hands-on approach, ensuring continuous improvement through effective business systems and governance structures.
This includes managing and developing financial strategies, compliance requirements, and controls. The CFO will also be responsible for delivering high-quality accounting services, including P&L reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management.
Additionally, this role involves working closely with operations to address manufacturing variances and improve performance. The CFO will provide financial insights for special projects and strategic initiatives, as well as oversee the technology function and lead IT projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with the CEO on strategic business growth initiatives
* Manage and develop financial strategies, compliance requirements, and controls
* Deliver high-quality accounting services, including P&L reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management
* Work closely with operations to address manufacturing variances and improve performance
* Provide financial insights for special projects and strategic initiatives
* Oversee the technology function and lead IT projects
* Partner with leaders across various departments
* Represent the company at industry events and meetings as required
-----------------------------------
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Extensive experience as a financial leader in a complex food processing/manufacturing environment
* Strong commercial acumen and a proven track record of driving profitable business growth
* Passion for innovation, strategic profitability, and working in a fast-paced environment
* Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail
* Strong leadership abilities and a focus on developing high-performing teams and workplace culture
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Tertiary qualification in finance, accounting, law, commerce, business, or a related discipline
-----------------------------------
Benefits
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
1. A competitive salary package
2. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
3. A collaborative and dynamic work environment
-----------------------------------
About You
We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual who shares our values and is passionate about delivering exceptional results. If you are a strong leader with excellent communication skills and a proven track record of success, we would love to hear from you!