Finance Controller

Recruiter:

Switch Recruit

Job Ref:

JHB000674/SDW

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

R20,000.00 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Our client, a fast-growing clearing and forwarding agent, is looking for a Finance Controller to handle their foreign entities finances in terms of debtors and creditors. The individual may be based in either Cape Town or Johannesburg.

POSITION INFO:
This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented finance superstar to grow within their business, handling finances for their African offices.

Duties:

Processing and validating invoices.
Approve payments.
Handle collections.
Reconciling with suppliers.
Recording entries in the cash book.
Preparing monthly journals.
Completing month-end closing procedures.
Finalizing files in CargoWise.
Generating accrual and work-in-progress reports.
Managing bank administration tasks.
Running debtor statements.
Handling system EXR/interest, forward cover applications, and reconciliations.
Setting up organizations in the system (Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable) and coordinating follow-ups.
Establishing credit agreements with both local and international agents.
Managing credit application processes and legal connections for claims, including lawyers and insurance.
Updating and maintaining the leave schedule.

Requirements:

Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role within clearing and forwarding (non-negotiable).
Experience handling finances for African offices (outside of RSA) highly beneficial.
CargoWise experience advantageous.
Matric plus relevant qualification.
Ability to work independently and with great attention to details.

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