About this role
Step into a high-impact executive CFO role for a respected healthcare-focused NPO in Johannesburg North, driving strategic turnaround initiatives, digital finance modernization, and long-term funding sustainability. A prominent, purpose-driven healthcare non-profit organization based in Johannesburg North is seeking an operationally grounded, strategically minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead their executive finance function. This position is custom-built for an accomplished finance executive who combines high-level boardroom vision with the hands-on drive to execute process automation, strengthen governance, and optimize funding models. Operating at the executive helm alongside the board, you will hold total operational accountability for long-term financial sustainability, FP&A modeling, donor/grant reporting, and digital finance transformation. The work environment is dynamic, high-governance, and deeply impactful. If you are a CA(SA) or CIMA qualified leader with a passion for purpose-led organizations, dedicated NPO/NGO sector experience, and a proven track record of driving process optimization, this organization offers an exceptional executive platform. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Turnaround Management: Formulate long-term financial strategies, lead organizational sustainability initiatives, and deliver executive-level decision support to the board and executive committee. FP&A, Budgeting & Advanced Financial Modeling: Direct group-wide budgeting, scenario planning, and financial planning & analysis (FP&A) frameworks, developing robust financial models to support strategic expansion and grant requirements. Funding Strategy & Stakeholder Governance: Partner with donor organizations, grantmakers, and strategic partners to ensure complete financial transparency, robust reporting frameworks, and sustainable capital allocation. Digital Transformation & Process Automation: Drive finance modernizations, overseeing accounting systems implementations, workflow automation, and the rollout of executive performance dashboards. Governance, Compliance & Audit Leadership: Oversee the compilation of annual financial statements, lead external audit pipelines, enforce strict risk governance frameworks, and ensure total statutory and donor compliance. Team Leadership & Capacity Building: Mentor, elevate, and develop a high-performing finance team, building operational accountability and a culture of continuous process improvement. Job Experience and Skills Required: Professional Qualification (Non-Negotiable): Active qualification as a CA(SA) or CIMA is an absolute prerequisite. Training Foundation: Successfully completed SAICA or SAIPA articles. Experience Track Record: Minimum of 7 years of progressive commercial finance experience , with explicit, hands-on leadership experience within an NPO / NGO / PBO environment being essential. Specialized Executive Competencies: Demonstrated success leading strategic finance transformation, turnaround projects, or system implementations. Deep, proven experience in donor funding engagement, grant management, and NPO reporting frameworks. Advanced capability in financial modeling, executive dashboard design, and complex data analytics. Non-negotiables: Decisive leadership style, elite stakeholder engagement and board presentation skills, strong commercial acumen, and an uncompromising commitment to purpose-driven organizational growth. What is on offer (Why Apply): Executive leadership seat within a highly respected healthcare NPO driving meaningful social impact. Direct ownership of group financial strategy, funding model optimization, and digital finance modernization. A high-visibility, purpose-driven executive role offering long-term strategic fulfillment and organizational influence. Apply now! For more exciting vacancies, please visit: https://www.networkrecruitmentinternational.com/ I also specialise in recruiting in the following: CA(SA) General Finance If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. For more information, contact: Mikayla Taylor [email protected] Connect with me on LinkedIn! www.linkedin.com/in/mikayla-taylor-b51834238