Business Controller - P3

Sandvik; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the mining industry as a Financial Analyst. You will be responsible for optimizing financial performance through effective budget management, continuous improvement processes, and strategic recommendations based on financial data analysis. If you possess strong analytical skills and project management experience, we invite you to apply before the closing date of June 11, 2025.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of post-qualification experience in financial management.
• Experience in setting up internal control policies.
• Ability to manage budgets and forecasts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze business activities and results.
• Control costs and investigate deviations from budgets.
• Manage cross-functional projects effectively.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Project Management

Budget Management

Risk Management

Data Analysis

Education

BCom Honours Degree in Finance

Grade 12 or equivalent qualification

CIMA (ACMA status)

Tools

Advanced Computer Literacy

Job description

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a global leader in equipment, tools, parts, service, and technical solutions for the mining and infrastructure industries. Our applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunneling, and quarrying. We are proud to be recognized on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.

The Role:

The successful candidate 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. The role involves identifying areas for improvement, implementing action plans aligned with business objectives, and focusing on cost containment and profitability enhancement. Driving continuous improvement is a key aspect of this role.

Key Requirements:

COST EFFECTIVENESS

• Manage Net Working Capital effectively.
• Analyze financial information to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and execute action plans.
• Report on improvements resulting from these plans.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve Networking Capital.

EFFECTIVE CONTROL MEASURES

• Ensure risks to Sandvik Mining and Rock Technology are mitigated through controls, monitoring, and corrective actions.
• Act as a business partner and advisor to the business line manager.
• Perform profitability analyses before entering into new contracts or amendments to ensure targeted and profitable business opportunities, and to limit risks of marginal or unprofitable business.
• Make strategic recommendations.
• Be accountable for and measure performance on monthly balance sheet and P&L for the customer segment.
• Produce timely and accurate management reports.

EFFECTIVE BUDGET MANAGEMENT

• Control costs and investigate deviations from budgets.
• Conduct variance analysis, identify issues, and develop solutions.
• Implement remedial actions, such as adjusting headcount to meet business demands.
• Handle budgeting and forecasting responsibilities.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Manage cross-functional projects (e.g., Accounts receivable, service exchange).
• Engage with both the business and customers.
• Analyze data and develop operational and financial solutions or action plans for implementation.

Your Profile:

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

How to Apply:

Please apply online via Workday (ESS) or visit the Sandvik careers page at www.home.sandvik/en/careers.

Applications close on 11 June 2025. If you do not receive a response within 14 days, your application was unsuccessful. We thank you for your interest.

In line with our EE Plan, HDSA (Historically Disadvantaged South African) candidates will be given first preference.

Applicants must be physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment and meet all customer vaccination requirements.

Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair practices and diversity, ensuring a bias-free environment where all employees are treated equitably regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other factors. Our focus areas include leadership, lifelong learning, career development, and a safe, fair working environment.