CFO Headhunters in South Africa
CFO Executive Search and Headhunters in South Africa
Recruit Mogul is a specialist CFO headhunting firm supporting businesses across Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and other regions in South Africa with senior-level financial leadership appointments. We work with boards, CEOs, investment firms, and business owners to identify, assess, and secure high-impact Chief Financial Officers who can lead financial strategy, governance, and growth in complex environments.
South Africa’s economy is built on mining, energy, financial services, agriculture, manufacturing, telecommunications, and intra-African trade. Regulatory frameworks, transformation priorities, and regional expansion strategies influence executive leadership decisions across multiple sectors.
Our approach is built for senior finance hires where discretion, accuracy, and market insight matter.
CFO Search Focused on Experience
CFO appointments are business-critical. We run targeted, confidential executive searches rather than relying on active jobseekers or databases.
Our CFO headhunting process focuses on:
- Proven financial leadership and commercial acumen
- Experience across governance, compliance, and risk
- Strategic finance, capital allocation, and growth execution
- Sector-specific expertise relevant to your business model
- Cultural fit at board and executive level
Every search is bespoke and led end-to-end by experienced consultants.
Industries We Support
We support hiring across mining and resources, energy, financial services, telecommunications, agriculture, industrial manufacturing, and pan-African operations. Many mandates emphasise operational resilience, regulatory alignment, and multi-site execution across diverse operating conditions.
- Construction and Engineering
- Manufacturing and Industrial
- Mining and Natural Resources
- FMCG and Consumer Goods
- Financial Services
- Technology and SaaS
- Energy and Infrastructure
- Retail and Wholesale
- Logistics, Supply Chain, and Transportation
- Healthcare and Life Sciences
- Information Technology and Telecommunications
We understand the financial, regulatory, and operational nuances of each industry and tailor every search accordingly.
Our CFO Search Process
Our CFO search process is structured, discreet, and designed to deliver long-term leadership impact rather than short-term placements. Every search is tailored to the specific mandate, industry, and governance requirements of the business.
- Role scoping – deep alignment on mandate, challenges, and success metrics
- Target mapping – identifying relevant CFO profiles and competitor benchmarks
- Direct approach – confidential outreach to senior, passive candidates
- Assessment – structured interviews and leadership evaluation
- Shortlist delivery – concise, decision-ready candidate presentations
- Offer and close support – managing negotiation, notice periods, and onboarding
This ensures a disciplined, outcome-driven CFO appointment that supports the business beyond day one.
Hire the Right CFO
Hiring a CFO is a critical leadership decision with direct impact on performance, governance, and growth. At this level, precision and judgement matter.
Recruit Mogul supports CFO appointments across major business centres in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria and other cities in South Africa, as well as markets internationally.
Contact us to discuss your CFO search and timelines.
Placement Fee and Guarantee
Recruit Mogul uses a clear, outcomes based pricing model. Our placement fee is 18% of the candidate’s first-year base salary, and payment is due only after the candidate has formally joined your organisation. No retainers or upfront fees apply.
All hires are supported by a three-month replacement guarantee. If the candidate departs or falls short of expectations within 90 days, we will provide a replacement search at no additional cost, ensuring your investment is protected.