Financial Controller

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a highly driven and commercially minded Financial Controller to join its finance team. This role is ideal for a qualified CA(SA) who is looking to step into a strategic finance position with strong exposure to leadership, reporting, compliance, and business partnering.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the full finance function
• Able to map processes, identify risks and inefficiencies and report back on them
• Experience in preparing AFS and tax reconciliations
• Good understanding of IFRS and Tax legislation
• Experience in reviewing recons and ensuring they meet timelines and are accurate
• Logical and methodical in approach
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management processes
• Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax regulations, and internal controls
• Oversee audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
• Analyse financial performance and provide strategic insights to management
• Review reconciliations, journals, and balance sheet controls
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies within the finance department
• Support commercial and operational teams with financial guidance
• Mentor and supervise junior finance staff

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified CA(SA)
• Completed SAICA article
• Strong technical accounting and reporting skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Sage, or similar)
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment