SUMMARY:
Are you a detail-driven finance professional with strong technical skills and a passion for accuracy?
POSITION INFO:
Our client is looking for a Financial Controller to safeguard company assets, ensure financial compliance, and manage financial and management accounting across multiple sites.
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the Financial Manager and Branch Manager, playing a key role in financial reporting, stock control, and compliance with accounting policies.
This role is based in Durban North.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Month-End- Compile monthly reports including GL reconciliations, accrual schedules, VAT compliance, and debtor reporting.
- Review income statements and balance sheets, highlighting variances and budget control.
- Complete reconciliations for intercompany loans, salaries, and cashbook.
- Prepare monthly stock mass balance and waste reporting.
Accounts Payable & Receivable- Capture, reconcile, and manage supplier invoices and payments.
- Raise accurate sales orders, invoice customers, and manage debtor collections.
- Resolve supplier and customer queries promptly.
Stock & Consumables Management- Oversee diesel, bailing wire, twine, and bag consumable reconciliations, usage tracking, and reordering.
- Manage daily and monthly stock counts, investigate variances, and compile financial loss reports.
- Monitor waste stock on-site and ensure accuracy in reporting.
Cost Control & Compliance- Manage petty cash and company credit card reconciliations.
- Review and escalate overtime variances, manage time and attendance, and support payroll submissions.
- Monitor utilities usage (water, electricity, diesel) and reconcile against reported costs.
- Ensure adherence to company accounting policies and statutory compliance.
Requirements
- BCom in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent qualification.
- Proven experience in financial controlling, management accounting, or similar role.
- Strong reconciliation, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in stock, consumables, and cost control management.
- Advanced Excel skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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