Finance Controller

The Legends Agency; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US-based infrastructure and utilities group is hiring a Financial Controller to lead their finance strategy from South Africa. This remote role demands a minimum of 7 years of finance experience, including 3 years in a leadership capacity, along with CPA qualification and a degree in finance or accounting. The successful candidate will oversee financial operations, mentor a team, and ensure compliance with US GAAP. This position offers competitive compensation in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years' finance experience, with 3+ years in a senior or leadership role.
• CPA qualified and a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar.
• Detailed knowledge of US GAAP and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full finance function, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
• Mentor a remote accounting team across various finance functions.
• Prepare accurate financial statements monthly, quarterly, and annually.
• Oversee compliance audits and tax filings.
• Manage budgeting and financial planning.

Skills

Finance leadership

US GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

ERP experience

Communication skills

Education

CPA qualification

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Sage

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Overview

Financial Controller - Lead the Financial Strategy for a Major US Utilities Group. Remote role based in South Africa. Accounting & Finance | R65,000 - R80,000/month | Remote (South Africa) | US Working Hours (PST)

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established US-based infrastructure and utilities group operating through several key subsidiaries across pipeline, excavation, and traffic management services. Known for their commitment to innovation, safety, and service delivery, they are seeking a Finance Controller in South Africa to join their remote team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute at a strategic level, working closely with senior leadership while supporting long-term growth and financial integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full finance function across all business entities, driving accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial operations; act as a trusted strategic partner to the CFO; responsible for reporting, budgeting, audits, and team leadership.
• Mentor and manage a remote accounting team across AP, AR, payroll, and GL functions.
• Prepare and deliver accurate financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annually).
• Oversee compliance, audits, tax filings, and maintain robust internal controls.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
• Monitor cash flow and capital needs to support business growth.
• Provide financial analysis and modeling to support strategic decisions.
• Support M&A activities, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration.
• Identify financial risks, drive cost efficiencies, and improve operational processes.

About You

• Minimum 7 years' finance experience, with 3+ years in a senior or leadership role.
• CPA qualified (essential), with a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with financial planning, analysis, reporting, and team leadership.
• Strong ERP experience (e.g., Sage, NetSuite) and advanced Excel proficiency.
• Experience in the construction or utilities sector preferred.
• Clear communicator who can simplify financial insights for non-finance stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-driven, and able to thrive in a remote, deadline-driven environment.