Financial Controller â AP| AR| Treasury

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF021911/AM

Date posted:

Friday, November 28, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

500 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
This is a standout opportunity for a seasoned finance professional who thrives on driving real change. If you’re energised by automation, optimisation, and transforming the finance function into a smarter, faster, more agile operation, this role puts you at the centre of it all. You’ll shape processes, uplift systems, and lead a high-performing team ready for the next level. If you bring strong leadership experience alongside a solid command of payables, receivables, and treasury, this could be your next big move.

POSITION INFO:

Provide leadership across central treasury, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions
Build strong relationships with key operational stakeholders to ensure smooth financial workflows
Deliver clear financial guidance and communicate insights effectively to both finance and operations teams
Lead, coach, and develop a Shared Services team, identifying talent and enhancing individual capability
Oversee credit control and debtor management, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely collections
Manage purchasing and creditor processes, ensuring compliant, streamlined, and reliable operations
Oversee cashbook and cashflow management to support sound liquidity decisions
Review, strengthen, and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate reporting
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operations, focusing on system optimization and workflow redesign
Lead the creation, evolution, and implementation of standardized operating procedures (SOPs) within AR, AP, and Treasury
Identify automation opportunities and manage system enhancement projects in partnership with IT and external vendors
Support change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new processes and technologies
Champion a quality-driven culture focused on efficiency, accuracy, and service delivery

Skills & Experience:
Strong, hands-on experience leading Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
Proven experience developing and implementing SOPs within finance environments
Demonstrated ability to drive automation, digital transformation, or system improvements within Shared Services
Project management experience, particularly with technology-driven initiatives
Experience managing HR-related matters, delegation, and performance development
Solid understanding of operations and service delivery environments
Strong leadership abilities with proven staff management experience

Qualification:
Tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting

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