Finance Controller

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

933XYW64

Date posted:

Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market-Related

SUMMARY:
As the Finance Controller, you will lead the full finance function across all business entities, driving accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial operations.

POSITION INFO:

Financial Controller
Lead the Financial Strategy for a Major US Utilities Group Remote Role Based in South Africa
Accounting & Finance | R65,000 - R80,000/month | Remote (South Africa) | US Working Hours (PST)

About Our Client
Our client is a well-established US-based infrastructure and utilities group operating through several key subsidiaries across pipeline, excavation, and traffic management services. Known for their commitment to innovation, safety, and service delivery, they are seeking a Finance Controller in South Africa to join their remote team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute at a strategic level, working closely with senior leadership while supporting long-term growth and financial integrity.

The Role: Finance Controller
As the Finance Controller, you will lead the full finance function across all business entities, driving accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial operations. You will be a trusted strategic partner to the CFO, responsible for reporting, budgeting, audits, and team leadership. This is a hands-on leadership role for a commercially astute finance professional ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, remote working environment aligned to US time zones.

Key Responsibilities

Minimum 7 years experience in finance/accounting, including 3+ years in a leadership role
Lead, mentor, and manage a remote accounting team across AP, AR, payroll, and GL functions
Prepare and deliver accurate financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annually)
Oversee compliance, audits, tax filings, and maintain robust internal controls
Manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
Monitor cash flow and capital needs to support business growth
Provide financial analysis and modeling to support strategic decisions
Support M&A, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration
Identify financial risks, drive cost-efficiencies, and improve operational processes

About You

Minimum 7 years'' finance experience, with 3+ years in a senior or leadership role
CPA qualified (essential), with a Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar
Deep knowledge of US GAAP and regulatory compliance
Experience with financial planning, analysis, reporting, and team leadership
Strong ERP experience (e.g., Sage, NetSuite) and advanced Excel proficiency
Experience in the construction or utilities sector preferred
Clear communicator who can simplify financial insights for non-finance stakeholders
Highly organized, detail-driven, and able to thrive in a remote, deadline-driven environment

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