Finance Controller – Project Costing & Reporting Lead

Key Recruitment; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency seeks an experienced Financial Controller for a water and water treatment company based in Paarl. The role involves overseeing financial results, project costing, cash flow, and reporting at both project and corporate levels. Candidates should have a B. Com, B. Tech, or a relevant diploma, along with around 5 years of project accounting experience. Strong skills in budget management, SAPByDesign, and financial data analysis are essential. The position offers opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Around 5 years' relevant experience within project accounting.
• Experience with budget management and monthly closing.
• Knowledge in financial data analysis and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Review various project costing to ensure alignment with budgets.
• Maintain financial oversight of cost centres in ERP.
• Manage General Ledger reporting and financial entries.
• Conduct monthly reporting and commercial database management.
• Assist with monthly closing, annual budget, and quarterly forecasts.
• Investigate balance sheets and ensure accurate reporting.
• Manage customer invoicing instructions and stock control.

Skills

Project accounting

Financial data analysis

Budget management

Cost control

SAP or similar accounting package

MS Office

Education

B. Com / B. Tech / Diploma in Cost or Management Accounting

Tools

SAPByDesign

ERP systems

Job description

A prominent recruitment agency seeks an experienced Financial Controller for a water and water treatment company based in Paarl. The role involves overseeing financial results, project costing, cash flow, and reporting at both project and corporate levels. Candidates should have a B. Com, B. Tech, or a relevant diploma, along with around 5 years of project accounting experience. Strong skills in budget management, SAPByDesign, and financial data analysis are essential. The position offers opportunities for growth within the organization.