Remote Financial Controller

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Financial Controller to lead our finance operations from a remote capacity. This senior role oversees accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and strategic planning across a distributed team.

You will implement robust controls, manage IFRS-based reporting, and guide budgeting and forecasting while delivering insights to executive leadership from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA), ACCA, or CIMA is essential
• 8+ years in finance/accounting with 3+ in a controller/leadership role
• Strong IFRS knowledge and tax compliance experience
• Experience managing remote teams and cloud-based financial systems

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all accounting operations including AP/AR/GL and payroll
• Oversee IFRS-based financial reporting and timely statements
• Establish internal controls and safeguard assets
• Manage tax compliance and regulatory filings
• Develop budgeting and forecasting; lead strategic financial plans
• Lead and mentor a remote finance team

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Remote team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Cloud-based financial systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Remote Financial Controller to lead their finance operations entirely from a remote capacity. This senior role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and strategic financial planning. You will manage a distributed team, implement robust financial controls, and provide critical insights to executive leadership. This is a prime opportunity for a highly skilled and self-disciplined finance leader to drive financial excellence remotely, leveraging technology to ensure seamless operations and strategic alignment across the organization, from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Oversee the preparation and timely issuance of all financial statements and reports according to IFRS.
• Establish and enforce policies and procedures to maintain internal controls and safeguard assets.
• Manage all tax compliance and regulatory filings for the organization.
• Develop and execute strategic financial plans, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Lead and mentor a remote finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• A professional qualification (CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA) is essential.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles, with at least 3 years in a controller or similar leadership position.
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS , financial reporting, and South African tax laws.
• Proven experience managing remote teams and implementing cloud-based financial systems.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Complete remote work flexibility, allowing work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development budget.
• Opportunity to significantly influence financial strategy in a growing company.