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Financial Director South Africa

Executive Placements
Johannesburg Full-day Full-time

Description:

Our client is a multinational marketing solutions company that partners with some of the worlds most recognisable brands. With operations across several continents, they specialise in delivering agile, on-site, and in-house creative and content solutions that seamlessly integrate into client environments.
As the Financial Director, you will lead the full finance function, drive financial strategy, and support commercial performance across global teams. This role offers unmatched flexibility with a fully remote setup, exposure to international markets, high-level commercial involvement, and the opportunity to operate within a fast-paced organisation that values innovation, digital excellence, and strategic thinking.
Whats in it for you?
A truly global platform, full remote flexibility, direct collaboration with executive leaders, and the opportunity to shape financial direction within an expanding and highly creative marketing group.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the full finance function including reporting, compliance, budgeting, and forecasting. Drive financial strategy, commercial insights, and performance optimisation across the organisation. Partner with executive and client-facing teams to support pricing, contract profitability, and revenue forecasting. Strengthen financial controls, governance, and risk management across multiple regions. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing remote finance team.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

CA(SA) Chartered Accountant (Essential). Minimum 8+ years post-articles experience, including 35 years in a senior financial leadership role. Industry experience in marketing, media, advertising, digital services, or professional services (Advantageous). Strong commercial acumen within a project-based, client-centric environment. Proven ability to manage complex financial structures across multiple countries. Advanced systems knowledge and strong financial modelling skills. Ability to operate effectively in a fully remote, fast-paced, high-growth international environment. Apply now!

16 Dec 2025;   from: gumtree.co.za

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