Group Chief Financial Officer at NWK

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• In this crucial role you will be responsible for supervising all aspects of our financial health and supporting the GCEO in driving strategic growth initiatives. You will lead a high performing team in issues that relate to finances, treasury, risk management as well as information technology.

YOUR FOCUS WILL BE ON:

•  Financial leadership and strategy: Establishing a partnership with the GCEO and leadership team to develop and execute long-term financial plans, operational efficiency as well as capital assignment strategies.
• To be a successful financial leader in this position, the person must demonstrate high ethical values and integrity at all times.
•  Financial operations and reporting: Ensuring the accuracy, timeliness and transparency of financial reporting, budgeting and forecasts.
•  Risk management and internal control measures: Providing the necessary guidance and driving the implementation as
• well as maintenance of a robust framework for risk management and internal control measures.
•  Treasury and capital markets: Optimising our capital structure, managing liquidity and ensuring financing solutions.
•  Aligning information technology with NWK’s strategy: Drive and align the strategic direction of IT systems to support
• NWK’s strategic goals in order to ensure optimal support for the internal functions and operations, as well as the supply of data for informed decision-making.
•  Business savvy and insights: Supply insightful analyses and recommendations to support business leaders throughout the company.
•  Representation on various boards of subsidiaries and joint ventures: Serving as nominated director on the boards of various subsidiaries and joint ventures to drive and protect NWK’s interests.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESES THE FOLLOWING:

•  A proven record of success in the development and implementation of financial strategies that drive growth and profitability.
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to translate financial data into executable insights.
•  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships on all levels of the company.
•  A strategic attitude with a passion for partnership with business leaders to achieve shared goals.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:

•  Registration as a Chartered Accountant (SA) in good standing with the SAICA, with extended IFRS knowledge.
•  Five to 10 years’ experience in a senior financial role within the agricultural sector is crucial.
•  Extensive knowledge and experience in financial, purchasing and risk management.
•  Proven career history in the preparation and management of strategic plans, business plans and annual budget.
•  The ability to implement internal systems and controls to ensure good financial management.
•  Proven oversight and experience regarding technology and information systems.
•  Person must be Afrikaans and English literate