Director of Finance (E-Commerce & Retail) - Remote South Africa

Job Title: Director of Finance (E-Commerce & Retail) Job Type: Full-Time Contractor Workplace: Remote (PST schedule alignment required) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM PST Compensation: USD $3,000 – $5,000 / month (DOE) At HireHawk, we connect exceptional global finance talent with innovative U.S. brands. As a Senior Finance Manager, you’ll own full-spectrum financial operations—controllership, FP&A, budgeting, and reporting—for a fast-growing e-commerce organization. You’ll partner directly with the CEO to drive fiscal discipline, improve profitability, and strengthen internal controls. This is a hands-on leadership role where precision, accountability, and data-driven insight define success. Core outcomes Deliver accurate month-end close and financial reports.

Build and maintain forward-looking budgets and forecasts to guide strategy.

Oversee AR/AP, cash flow, and working capital to ensure fiscal health.

Strengthen GAAP-compliant internal controls and audit readiness.

Translate financial data into actionable insights that improve profit margins.

5+ years in finance, accounting, or controllership roles within e-commerce or consumer goods.

Proven experience with advanced Microsoft Excel modeling.

Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (required).

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Master of Business Administration (MBA) (preferred).

Authorized to work remotely and available full-time during PST business hours.

Monthly USD $3,000 – $5,000 (global range based on region and experience). Access to a $200k+ perk marketplace with discounts on 150+ services. Access up to 50% of approved earnings before payday (no credit checks or fees). Reliable, on-time in-currency payments. Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.