Business Controller

Hr Xchange; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Controller to enhance financial performance in the mining and construction sector. This role focuses on monitoring business activities, implementing cost-effective strategies, and driving continuous improvements. The ideal candidate will have a strong financial background, with a BCOM Honours Degree and over 5 years of experience in managing budgets and internal controls. Join a dynamic team dedicated to optimizing profitability and minimizing risks while supporting business growth. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a globally recognized company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience managing internal control policies and budgets.
• Strong analytical skills for financial reporting and performance improvement.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Deliver accurate management reports on P&L and balance sheets.

Skills

Business Analytics

Finance

Operations

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent qualification

BCOM Honours Degree in Finance

CIMA (ACMA status)

Tools

Advanced computer literacy

Job description

Company Overview

This global company is a leading supplier of equipment and tools in the mining and construction industry.

Position Overview

As the Business Controller, you will be responsible for monitoring, measuring, and analyzing business activities and operating results from both a financial and operational perspective within a specific customer segment. Your role includes identifying improvement areas, implementing action plans aligned with business objectives, focusing on cost containment and profitability enhancement, and driving continuous improvements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cost Effectiveness

• Analyze financial and operational data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop, execute, and report on action plans to improve performance and control costs.
• Drive strategies to optimize Net Working Capital.

Effective Control Measures

• Implement controls to mitigate risks.
• Conduct profitability analyses and evaluate business cases for new contracts or amendments.
• Provide recommendations to support business growth while minimizing risks.

Financial Reporting & Budget Management

• Deliver accurate management reports on P&L and balance sheets for your customer segment.
• Ensure budget adherence, analyze variances, and address issues proactively.
• Align resources, such as headcount, with business needs.

Project Management

• Support and lead business improvement initiatives aligned with strategic goals.
• Ensure measurable results through effective project planning and execution.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• BCOM Honours Degree in Finance or CIMA (ACMA status).
• 5+ years post-qualification experience managing internal control policies, inventory systems, budgets, and forecasts.
• Advanced computer literacy.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.

Desired Skills

• Business Analytics
• Finance
• Operations