Financial Controller

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A leading organisation within the travel and tourism sector is seeking a high-calibre Financial Controller to join its finance leadership team. This role extends beyond traditional financial reporting and offers the opportunity to function as a true commercial partner to the business. Acting as the financial lead for one of the group's divisions, you will play a key role in strategic decision-making, operational performance, financial governance and stakeholder management. The successful candidate will effectively serve as a \"mini CFO\" for the division, working closely with executive management while leading a team that includes Financial Managers and Senior Accountants. Candidates with travel, tourism or hospitality exposure will be highly advantageous; however, strong commercial experience from other industries will also be considered. Key Responsibilities Act as the finance lead for a business division within the group Provide strategic financial and commercial support to executive management Drive financial performance, profitability and business growth initiatives Review monthly management accounts and financial reporting Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management Ensure strong financial governance, controls and compliance Lead and mentor senior finance professionals, including Financial Managers and Senior Accountants Provide financial modelling, business analysis and decision-support reporting Partner with operational leaders to improve business performance Manage audit processes and stakeholder relationships Support long-term strategic planning and business initiatives Job Experience and Skills Required Education CA(SA) qualification is essential Experience Minimum 5 years post-articles experience Proven Financial Controller, Head of Finance or Senior Finance Management experience Experience managing senior finance staff Demonstrated ability to operate at a strategic and commercial level Experience within the travel, tourism, hospitality or service sectors advantageous Strong reporting, forecasting and financial leadership experience Skills Strong commercial and business partnering ability Leadership and people management skills Budgeting, forecasting and financial planning Management reporting and financial analysis Strategic decision support Financial controls and governance Sage experience advantageous Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Why Consider This Opportunity? Senior leadership role within a respected group Opportunity to function as a divisional finance lead Strong commercial exposure Manage experienced finance professionals Competitive package of up to R1.2 million per annum Exposure to an established and successful organisation Apply Now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: \/> I also specialise in recruiting: CA(SA) | Financial Controllers | Group Accountants | Finance Managers | Heads of Finance | Commercial Finance Managers | Senior Financial Managers | Divisional Finance Leaders | CFO Track Opportunities If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable opportunities.