Finance Controller: Strategic Reporting & Cash Flow Lead

Performability Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Finance Controller to manage accounting operations and ensure regulatory compliance. This role includes preparing financial reports, budget forecasting, and overseeing cash flow management. Candidates should have a strong understanding of IFRS, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in finance-related software. Experience in manufacturing is preferred. This position is based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal and offers a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years commercial experience for CA, ACCA; 2-5 years for SAIPA.
• 1-3 years in data analysis role for Data Science degree.
• Relevant financial modeling experience for Economics degree.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of accounting operations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts with analysis.
• Develop budgets and forecasts, monitor performance.
• Coordinate regulatory reporting and compliance.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
• Manage working capital and cash flow.
• Assist with annual audit preparations.

Skills

Strong computer skills (Sage or SAP, Microsoft Office Suite)

Analytical ability

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Detail-oriented

Process improvement

Intellectual curiosity

Education

CA

SAIPA

CIMA - Management level

ACCA

Bachelor's degree in Data Science or related field

Bachelor's degree in Economics

MBA with concentration in finance

Tools

Sage X3

SAP

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

A recruitment agency is looking for a Finance Controller to manage accounting operations and ensure regulatory compliance. This role includes preparing financial reports, budget forecasting, and overseeing cash flow management. Candidates should have a strong understanding of IFRS, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in finance-related software. Experience in manufacturing is preferred. This position is based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal and offers a dynamic work environment.