Financial Controller

Full Time 2 weeks ago Gauteng, South Africa

Employment Information

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day finance operations including AP, AR, purchase order authorisation, bank reconciliations, and payment cycles
  • Develop and implement financial SOPs, internal controls, and governance frameworks from the ground up
  • Manage system implementation and optimisation across the ERP and reporting platforms
  • Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and financial reports for local and international stakeholders
  • Oversee revenue recognition, rebate calculations, and retailer-specific accounting
  • Ensure compliance with South African tax legislation, including company tax calculations
  • Lead contract reviews and negotiations, supporting the business through tender processes and flagging legal risk areas
  • Manage, mentor, and develop the finance team - assessing capabilities, chairing weekly meetings, and setting team objectives
 

Desired Experience & Qualification

  • Postgraduate accounting qualification (BCom Hons or equivalent) as a minimum
  • Completed articles (SAICA, SAIPA, or equivalent)
  • Minimum 5 years post-articles experience, with strong FMCG exposure
  • Proven experience in a financial controller or senior finance management role
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge including IFRS
  • South African tax knowledge (including company tax)
  • Experience managing a finance team
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