Financial Controller

Recruiter:

Banqobi Consulting

Job Ref:

Jobs

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 16, 2021

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R700k PA

SUMMARY:
Financial Operations and Financial Management

POSITION INFO:

Job Profile Summary

The Financial Controller is an advanced level role in the Management Accountants job family. The role operates at a national level in medium to advanced complexity environments.

Their primary objective is to execute on operational level management accounting functions within aGo-to-market. This includes but is not limited to:cost and revenue accounting and associated management reporting, intercompany and balance sheet reconciliations, financial closingand chart of accounts management. They ensure that all accounting-related tasks are professionally executed according to company and legal requirements.

Job Description

Manage monthly management accounts

These individuals oversee the general ledger and performrevenueand cost recognition processes, ensuringoptimal execution on relevant systems. Cost and revenue recognition includes but is not limited to:maintaining accounting data, analyzing variances, calculating and reviewing accruals and deferrals, and formulating instructions to raise purchase orders and invoice and liaising with the MBS.

Perform accounting functions and closing
The Financial Controller is responsible foradministration of month-end activities, which includes the preparation and approval of month-end journal entries, reconciliation of accounts and execution of a variety of actions in the accounting system.The Financial Controller performs closing of the general ledger and sub-ledger accounts at month-end.

Manage reporting data
The FinancialController maintains and prepares the accounting system-specific data required for statutory and management account reporting. They are also responsible for data preparation and management reporting related to cost and revenue accounting for relevant operations.

Compliance testing
These individuals assist with the implementation, control and monitoring of periodic compliance testing, contributing to the optimum use of systems to facilitate an efficient accounting process.

Behavioural skills
The FinancialController displays good planning and organizing ability and demonstrates excellent attention to detail. They are highly analytical individuals who are able to work effectively under pressure. They have the ability to self-manage and are deadline driven individuals who display high levels of integrity.

Required Experience:

2 – 4 years’ working experience,
At least 2 years’ working experience in a related field

Proficiency in relevant accounting system

Tertiary education in accounting, either a diploma or a degree is required

Reporting Responsibilities

The Financial accountant has 3 direct reports. They will report into the relevant team lead at a management accountant level.

NB! This job is now closed. You can apply for other jobs by uploading your CV.

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Financial Controller
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 850,000 Annually
A prominent organisation, based in the heart of Melrose Arch, is seeking an experienced financial controller (CA(SA)) to join their finance team for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is suited to an immediately available individual with experience from a Big 5 audit firm (BDO, SNG, etc.). The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical accounting expertise and the ability to perform a ...
1 day ago

Financial Controller
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
We are currently recruiting for a financial controller within a fast-paced, international operational finance environment. This role focuses on high-volume transactional finance where speed, accuracy, and stakeholder communication are critical. The ideal candidate will be responsible for end-to-end finance processing on allocated transactions, including invoicing, supplier bill processing, cost ma...
1 day ago

Financial Controller
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 800000
Are you a qualified CA(SA) ready to take the next step in your finance career with one of the leading names in the industry?
2 days ago

Senior Financial Controller
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R900 000
Are you the numbers maestro who thrives on turning chaos into clarity? If you love taking financial data and transforming it into strategic gold, then this is your stage. Step into a high-impact role where your insight drives decisions, innovation, and real results in a fast-paced manufacturing and engineering environment.
3 days ago

Financial Controller
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R850 000
ð¯ Ready to play in the big leagues? Join one of South Africa’s most dynamic, fast-paced, and data-driven businesses where finance meets innovation, and precision fuels performance. If you’re a sharp CA(SA) with a flair for control, structure, and strategic impact, then this financial controller role is your chance to make your mark.
3 days ago

Financial Controller
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 1000000
Are you a finance leader ready to make a real impact?
3 days ago

Financial Controller
Location: Pretoria
Salary:
A leading investment and infrastructure group is seeking a meticulous and process-driven financial controller to take ownership of group-level compliance, financial governance, and administrative control functions. This is a key role suited to a finance professional who thrives on structure, accuracy, and ensuring full regulatory and operational compliance across multiple entities.
3 days ago

Financial Controller - South Africa
Location: South Africa
Salary: 720000
With over 40 years of industry leadership, this group has established itself as a trusted partner across Africa. As part of its continued growth, the company is seeking a Finance controller to lead the financial operations of a multinational trading and distribution business.
3 days ago

Financial Controller
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R 760 000 Annually
Are you a numbers-driven leader with a passion for property? We’re looking for a financial controller to take the reins of financial strategy and performance across our growing real estate portfolio.
8 days ago

Financial Controller
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R 890 000 Annually
financial controller – Drive the Numbers Behind Our Manufacturing Success! Are you ready to take the financial wheel of a fast-moving manufacturing business? We’re looking for a hands-on financial controller who’s as passionate about precision as they are about performance.
13 days ago

Financial Controller

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Create a free job alert for Financial Controller in Johannesburg