Título Financial Controller

Servier Hong Kong Ltd.; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector seeks a Financial Controller to manage financial operations, compliance, and reporting. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in finance roles, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a commitment to ethical practices. The role offers a supportive environment with a focus on personal development and well-being.

Benefits

Performance-driven bonuses

Personal development budget

Annual reviews

Recognition programs

Holiday leave

Parental leaves

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years proven professional experience in a senior finance role.
• 5-7 years work experience as a Financial Controller.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting and compliance with South African regulations.
• Engage with stakeholders to enhance financial insights and reporting.
• Develop internal financial controls to ensure reporting integrity.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Financial reporting

Tax compliance

Risk management

Financial controls development

Attention to detail

Planning and organisation

Education

CA (SA)

BCompt (Finance)

BCom (Finance)

Job description

Financial Controller

Overview: To support the internal financial and operating control environment for the affiliate, encompassing general ledger production, statutory, regulatory and financial reporting, enhancing financial information systems, capital management, tax compliance, and overseeing all Accounts Payable functions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Finance Strategy Implementation: Engage with finance director to review and translate the finance strategy into actionable plans. Ensure budget inputs are accurate and monitor deviations. Manage long-range planning and budget requirements to achieve group objectives. Maintain visibility of finance strategy in all affiliate finance activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of information.
2. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external customers to understand needs and enhance financial reporting. Conduct needs analysis, identify problem areas, and implement solutions. Encourage innovation within Group Finance to provide necessary financial insights. Coordinate annual audits and manage audit requests. Work closely with external auditors to plan and conduct annual audits of all business units.
3. Statutory, Regulatory, and Financial Reporting: Comply with all South African regulatory requirements for submissions. Take ownership of balance sheet and income statement, focusing on financial and risk components. Review and ensure timely submission of statutory and regulatory reports. Prepare and review ongoing and ad hoc reports and presentations. Ensure completeness and accuracy of annual financial statements. Manage consolidated flash and forecast results. Oversee monthly accounting processes and reporting timetables. Coordinate the preparation of all reporting to SARS and seek directives where tax legislation is not specific.
4. Tax Management: Ensure compliance with South African tax regulations affecting the affiliate. Manage the affiliate's tax exposure to minimize impact on profits. Coordinate preparation of all reporting to SARS.
5. Accounts Payable: Ensure accurate and timely payment for goods and services contracted by the businesses. Allocate entries to the general ledger appropriately.
6. Internal Financial Controls: Develop control processes to ensure integrity of financial reporting. Identify and mitigate risks. Ensure compliance with regulatory, statutory, and group accounting requirements. Manage risks related to physical infrastructure, information integrity, and process compliance. Provide project capability for changes to accounting, statutory and regulatory frameworks to ensure smooth reporting transitions.
7. Effective Teamwork and Self-Management: Act in ways consistent with the group's brand and values. Handle stress positively and manage workflow efficiently. Promote ethical practices and cooperation to achieve shared goals. Encourage teamwork within the finance function. Plan and manage own workflow, anticipating obstacles, juggling priorities, and following through on objectives within agreed time-frames and according to quality standards.

Qualifications and Experience:

• CA (SA), BCompt (Finance), or BCom (Finance)
• 3-5 years proven professional experience in a senior finance role (mandatory)
• At least 5-7 years work experience as a Financial Controller

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

• Strong understanding of statutory, regulatory, and financial reporting
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency in financial information systems and capital management
• In-depth knowledge of tax compliance and risk management
• Ability to develop and implement effective financial controls
• Ethical conduct and transparency
• Constructive issue resolution and teamwork

Indispensable Qualities:

• Attention to detail
• Planning and organisation skills
• Confidentiality
• Fast learner

What We Offer:

Annual revisited compensation, performance-driven bonuses, additional benefits including personal development budget, annual reviews, recognition programs, holiday leave, parental leaves, Employee Assistance Program, and a focus on well-being. Join a team recognized for scientific excellence and develop your potential in a supportive environment. We value diversity and are committed to therapeutic progress.