Financial Controller

SUMMARY:
Join a dynamic investment holding company with a diverse portfolio spanning multiple sectors. The organization is focused on creating sustainable value through smart, long-term investments that drive growth, innovation, and positive impact.

As Financial Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and strong reporting across the group. Reporting to the Group Financial Manager, you will provide oversight to investee entities, support investment decision-making through financial analysis, and contribute to the financial strategies guiding the portfolio.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Assist with planning, implementing, and reporting on financial transactions across all group entities. Compile and review monthly internal reports. Compile internal and external reports arising from financial activities. Compile and review annual financial statements and coordinate audit processes. Oversee financial controls and outsourced accounting functions. Maintain financial processes, procedures, and controls across the group. Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax regulations, legislative requirements, and internal policies. Implement and maintain robust internal controls across all entities. Cash Flow & Operations Manage short-term cash flow planning and oversee banking transactions. Supervise and support the bookkeeper to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing. Consult with external advisors on accounting matters. Maintain adequate insurance coverage for major assets. Investment & Strategic Support Prepare financial models, ROI analyses, and scenario planning to support investment evaluations. Assist in monitoring portfolio performance and preparing investor reports. Contribute to budgeting and strategic planning processes. Provide data-driven insights to senior leadership. Liaise with auditors and investment partners to support smooth year-end processes. Job Experience and Skills Required BCom Accounting or Finance Honours degree. CA(SA) or CIMA preferred. 3-5 years of experience in financial management, preferably within investment, asset management, or holding company environments. Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and consolidated reporting. Advanced Excel skills. Experience with financial modeling and ERP systems such as SAP, Sage, or similar. Strong analytical ability and the ability to interpret complex financial data and present it clearly. High attention to detail with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders. The role offers exposure to a diverse and high-value investment portfolio, a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, professional development support, and the opportunity to work closely with senior executives and gain strategic investment insight. If you are an experienced advisor looking to join a professional financial services environment where client relationships and quality advice are valued, we encourage you to apply. For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions. We also invite you to contact us to discuss your next career move in finance! For more information, contact: Angelique Jardim Specialist Recruitment Consultant