Financial Manager - Controlling

SUMMARY:
Our client in the retail and wholesale industry is looking for a CA (SA) - Finance Manager – Controlling who will be responsible for overseeing and strengthening the financial control environment of the organization. This includes ownership of financial reporting processes, month-end and year-end close activities, taxation compliance, and the accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations. The role manages key relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, insurers, SARS, and the company secretary, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely reporting.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Control & Reporting:

• Develop, implement, and maintain effective financial controls and procedures to ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
• Manage and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and resolving variances promptly.
• Drive timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

• Ensure full compliance with all SARS requirements including VAT, PAYE, income tax, and other applicable taxes.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of tax returns and ensure accurate tax provisions.
• Liaise with SARS on audits, queries, and tax-related matters.

• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors, managing the annual audit process and resolving any audit findings.
• Manage banking relationships, including the opening and maintenance of accounts, funding arrangements, and cash flow oversight.
• Liaise with insurance providers to manage company policies, renewals, and claims.
• Coordinate with the company secretary to ensure timely and accurate submission of statutory filings and governance compliance.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance controlling team, ensuring high levels of performance, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Allocate responsibilities and provide guidance to ensure deadlines and financial objectives are met.
• Conduct performance reviews and identify training and development needs within the team.

• CA(SA).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar financial controlling or finance management role.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards, tax regulations, and financial systems.
• Proven experience managing external audit processes and interacting with regulatory authorities.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.