Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Flight Travel Group South Africa
Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) is one of the world’s largest travel retailers and corporate travel managers. The company, which is headquartered in Brisbane, Australia has company-owned leisure and corporate travel business in 23 countries, spanning Australia, New Zealand, the Americas, Europe, the United Kingdom, South Africa, the United Arab Emirates and Asia. FCTG also operates a global corporate travel management network, which extends to more than 90 countries through company-owned businesses and independent licensees. The company opened its first leisure travel shop in Sydney, Australia in 1982 and listed on the Australian Securities Exchange in 1995. Our purpose is to “open up the world for those who want to see”. Every day, we give people all around the world the opportunity to experience something really amazing – travel!
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About The Opportunity
The successful candidate needs to be a commercially astute, articulate, dynamic, intuitive and an influential financial leader with the ability to operate at a fast-paced strategic and operational level. The CFO will play an integral role in the operational and strategic direction of the company to achieve long-term sustainable results.
The role of the CFO is fully accountable for all the financial aspects and systems that will help the company grow in line with our strategies. The CFO is expected to analyse results and implement recommendations based on their findings with the most profitable outcomes.
While overseeing the accounting functions and team, the CFO will play a key role in developing and implementing financial procedures and ensuring strong financial controls to improve and maintain the financial health of the business. The incumbent will also be responsible for the successful delivery of finance and related projects.
The role requires strong leadership by someone who can influence and embrace constant change while continuing to build a dynamic, skilled and professional finance team that takes full accountability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the company's financial strategy, reporting, and compliance to achieve long-term goals.
- Oversee all financial systems, ensuring compliance and support for strategic growth.
- Manage cost control, treasury, and investments for optimal financial health.
- Provide actionable insights through advanced financial reporting and data analysis.
- Collaborate with internal and global teams to align financial strategies with business objectives.
- Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.
- Lead and inspire a team of 60 finance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence.
Experience & Qualifications
- 10+ years in financial leadership.
- 3+ years in a CFO or Financial Director role preferred.
- Proven ability to lead large teams and deliver measurable results.
Skills
- Advanced commercial acumen and strategic thinking.
- Expertise in financial planning, compliance, and risk management.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building capabilities.
- Proficiency in B-BBEE compliance and regulatory standards.
What’s in it for you?
🙋🏾♀️Culture: you will be employed by an inclusive company that offers a team culture like no other in the industry
🏆Exclusive Staff Discounts: Accessible via our employee-only portal with leading health and wellness discounts, financial planning advice, employee share plan and more
🌏Travel Discounts: Including family and friends - flights, hotels, tours, cruises, travel insurance and more
💎Brightness of Future: Career opportunities in a network of brands and businesses across the globe - we promote from within
🥦Corporate Health Discounts: Access exclusive discounts on health insurance plans for you and your family with our partner, Discovery Health, access to internal gym
🌞Mental Health: Support and Employee Assistance Program for staff and family
🎉Social: Regular awards nights, social team building and industry events, with the opportunity to attend global conferences (Los Angeles in 2025)
🙏🏼 Giving Back: Corporate Social Responsibility program supporting nominated charities through Workplace Giving, volunteering and fundraising; paid parental and volunteer leave
💚Sustainability: The protection of our environment is essential to the future of tourism, as a leading travel group, we have made efforts to affect positive change to the environment
