Finance Controller (Mid-Level) – Manufacturing / Factory Accounting

Fact; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing seeks a Finance Controller to oversee and manage day-to-day accounting operations. The candidate will be responsible for bookkeeping, supplier payments, financial reporting, and compliance with South African statutory regulations. This role, with high attention to detail and hands-on involvement, aims to ensure accurate management of the plant's finances.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–6 years’ experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Solid knowledge of South African statutory compliance (SARS, VAT, UIF, SDL).
• Hands-on knowledge of accounting software like Pastel or Sage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full bookkeeping function including general ledger and accounts payable/receivable.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with year-end audit schedules.
• Ensure VAT, PAYE, and statutory submissions are done timeously.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Accountability

Financial Reporting

Reconciliations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Pastel

Sage Evolution

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a Finance Controller to manage day-to-day accounting operations at our production facility. This role is suited for a hands-on finance professional with a strong understanding of factory accounts , books of accounts , supplier payments , and basic financial controls . The ideal candidate will support both operational and statutory finance reporting and ensure that the plant’s finances are accurately managed and reported.

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee full bookkeeping function including general ledger, accounts payable / receivable, cashbooks, and petty cash.
• Process and reconcile supplier payments , factory procurement, and service-related invoices.
• Prepare and maintain monthly trial balances , journals , and accruals .
• Monitor plant expenses against budgets and prepare variance reports for management.
• Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with year-end audit schedules .
• Ensure VAT , PAYE , and statutory submissions are done timeously in conjunction with external accountant or auditor.
• Support inventory costing and ensure alignment between finance and production reports.
• Liaise with bank, auditors, and external stakeholders as required.

Requirements :

Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Minimum 3–6 years’ experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Hands-on knowledge of Pastel , Sage Evolution , or similar accounting software.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, reconciliations, financial reports).

Solid knowledge of South African statutory compliance (SARS, VAT, UIF, SDL).

Strong attention to detail, accountability, and ability to work under pressure.

Experience with inventory and production finance integration is highly advantageous.