CFO Consultant (Freelance)

Outsourced CFO is looking for independent CFO consultants for project-based or contract engagements. You will act as an outsourced CFO for clients, offering strategic financial input to enhance their finance operations and drive business growth.

Client engagements

• Engage with clients to identify their financial needs and requirements
  
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients
  
• Arrange and conduct regular client meetings to discuss progress and address any concerns
  
• Deliver timely financial reports, including monthly management accounts
  
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of tax returns and other compliance requirements
  
• Provide guidance on tax payments and obligations
  
• Offer financial advice and support to clients' accountants on various accounting matters
  
• Prepare and present regular cash flow updates and forecasts
  
• Assist with the annual budget process, including preparation, discussion, and implementation
  
• Support the preparation and review of annual financial statements
  
• Conduct ad-hoc strategy sessions to address specific client needs
  
• Maintain and update client risk registers and discuss them quarterly
  
• Prepare board packs and other materials for client presentations
  
• Attend board meetings and provide financial insights and recommendations
  
• Manage project timelines and ensure efficient delivery of services
  
• Monitor and control project budgets, and communicate any potential overruns to clients
  
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation
  
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and support, such as dividend vs. bonus calculations, Power of 1 calculations, labor efficiency ratios, and KPI development
  
• Review and recommend improvements to internal controls to mitigate financial risks
  

Requirements

We service clients anywhere from Cape Town, Gauteng to America, so a combination of on-site/hybrid/remote opportunities are available.

Characteristics of the ideal candidate

• Initiative & Independence

• Multi-tasking & Problem Solving

• Dependability & Interpersonal relationships

• Attention to detail & flexibility

• Planning & stress tolerance

Skills and abilities of the ideal candidate

• Strong and effective management, time management, communication, technical and compliance skills

• Team player
  

Benefits

Our OCFO values:

• Family first

• Integrity matters

• Switched on Thinking

• Excellence in everything

• Growth and success

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