Country Controller – South Africa (M / F / •)

findojobs-za; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Country Controller to lead financial operations in South Africa. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse team, producing accurate financial statements, managing treasury and tax operations, and influencing decision-making processes. With a focus on creativity and collaboration, this position allows you to make a significant impact while working in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about finance and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance required with professional experience in finance/accounting.
• Strong financial acumen and knowledge of local tax requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Manage country treasury and tax operations, liaising with external bodies.

Skills

Financial Acumen

Communication Skills

Influencing Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Finance Dashboard

Job description

3M Country Controller – South Africa (m / f /)

Location: Woodmead, South Africa

3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter.

Job Description

As a Country Controller for 3M South Africa, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

1. Producing accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
2. Preparing and overseeing the country statutory financial statement preparation and submission to authorities.
3. Managing country treasury and tax operations and being the primary contact for global/Area tax and/or treasury organization.
4. Actively working on process standardization, preparing various SOPs, Process Maps, and country Sign offs.
5. Managing the timely, clear, and concise communication of material items impacting financial results.
6. Working with Global Service Centre (GSC) teams to manage the monthly/quarterly and yearly financial close process.
7. Liaising with other finance disciplines for cross-functional activities.
8. Acting as 3M liaison for external financial, tax, and regulatory bodies.
9. Supporting country teams in the decision-making process from a financial perspective.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who meet the following minimum requirements:

1. Bachelor's or higher degree in Finance.
2. Proven professional experience in finance and/or accounting in a private or public sector.

Additional knowledge/nice-to-have skills/preferred qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

1. Strong financial acumen – Knowledge of local statutory and tax requirements.
2. Experience and ability to influence the organization.
3. Good verbal and written communication skills.
4. Fluency in using SAP, Power BI, Finance Dashboard, and other 3M financial platforms/systems.

Job specifics

Travel expectations: May include up to 10% (domestic/international). Employee may choose to work on-site or in Hybrid mode. Working pattern: Full Time. Relocation package is not authorized for this position.

If this opportunity and our innovative 3M culture align with your career aspirations, we encourage you to apply and embark on a journey of creativity and growth with us.