Regional Financial Controller | TAX Compliance

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Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Strategy Lead and manage the regional financial strategy in alignment with business objectives. Act as a trusted business partner to executive leadership, supporting strategic decision-making. Drive financial performance through accurate forecasting, reporting and analysis. Support acquisition, divestiture and joint venture opportunities, including funding and tax structuring considerations. Compliance & Governance Ensure full compliance with South African tax legislation, including VAT, payroll taxes and other statutory requirements. Manage tax submissions, audits and regulatory reporting. Oversee compliance, ethics and business-practice processes across the region. Maintain and regularly update financial policies, controls and governance frameworks. Financial Reporting Prepare annual financial statements and manage the external audit process. Ensure compliance with IFRS and internal reporting standards. Deliver accurate and timely management reporting, budgets, forecasts and cash flow analysis. Prepare board reports, shareholder updates and executive presentations. Maintain a robust internal control environment and safeguard company assets. Financial Analysis & Business Partnering Review budgets, forecasts and management accounts across the portfolio. Analyse business performance, identify trends and provide strategic recommendations. Support operational teams with financial insights to improve decision-making and profitability. Monitor and report on key financial and operational performance indicators. Team Leadership Provide leadership, mentorship and support to regional finance teams. Develop finance talent and promote best practices in financial reporting and analysis. Foster collaboration and strong working relationships across the wider finance function. Minimum Requirements Qualifications Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)). Minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience. Industry experience will be highly advantageous. Experience & Technical Expertise Extensive experience in: IFRS reporting and group consolidations. South African company law. South African tax legislation and compliance. Financial statement preparation. Managing external audits. SARS eFiling and submissions. Proven experience managing complex consolidations within a group structure. Strong commercial and strategic financial management expertise. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Sage. The Ideal Candidate You are: A strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen. A proactive problem-solver who takes ownership and drives results. An excellent communicator, comfortable engaging with Board and Executive stakeholders. Relationship-focused, with the ability to build credibility and influence across all levels. A self-starter who is eager to learn, grow and make a meaningful impact. What's on Offer? Executive-level exposure and strategic involvement. A broad and diverse finance leadership role. Opportunity to influence business performance and growth. A collaborative environment that values initiative, accountability and continuous improvement Apply now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: I also specialise in recruiting in the following: Finance, Accounting, Costing, FP&A, CA (SA), SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA 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. For more information, contact: Monique Du Preez Recruitment Consultant Connect with me on LinkedIn!