Senior Financial Controller (Durban)

Recruiter:

Smith Garb & Associates

Job Ref:

JHB007778/JO

Date posted:

Monday, July 7, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

R1020m plus benefits

SUMMARY:
Are you a well-experienced Financial Controller with a passion for costing, compliance and continuous improvement? Our client, a leading multinational manufacturing powerhouse based in Durban, is seeking a strategic, hands-on finance professional to take charge of financial controlling activities across their South African operations.
This is a high-impact role where you’ll drive plant performance, ensure compliance, support profitability initiatives and partner closely with operations to add true value!

POSITION INFO:
The position requires a fully qualified CIMA candidate (essential) with a minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in Financial Controlling (SA entities) as well as 3 years in a leadership role. A strong background in manufacturing finance and plant-related functions with deep expertise in costing, ERP systems (BPCS a big plus), and advanced Excel. Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, internal controls, and continuous improvement with high EQ levels, strong analytical thinking, and a solutions-oriented mindset

KPI's include:
Lead all costing and plant controlling activities across SA entities; Oversee landed cost calculations, BOM reviews, PPV investigations and variance reporting;;Manage APDP and EUR1 submissions, and drive WAVE system financial reviews; Champion internal controls and ensure alignment with Global Control Framework; Prepare CAPEX and tooling registers, project cash flow and profitability forecasts; Support asset life, impairment reviews, and business cases for new capital; Manage forecasting, budgeting, stock controls, and expense approvals; Conduct GL reconciliations, submit monthly and annual reporting (Onestream), and ensure IFRS compliance; Provide financial insight to plant leadership and operational decision-makers

â Contribute to incentive schemes, BBBEE reporting, insurance, VAT, tax, and AFS support

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