Financial Controller

Clever Profits; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 60 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Cape Town is looking for a Financial Controller to oversee financial health and compliance. The ideal candidate should be a Chartered Accountant with a strong background in financial management and leadership. The role requires collaboration with various departments and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Impactful work

Professional growth

Competitive compensation and benefits

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of post-articles experience in financial management.
• Experience with US companies is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations, financial planning, budgets, and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA) / CGMA

Tools

Modern financial software

Job description

Company Description

CleverProfits is a financial services firm that simplifies entrepreneurship. We help online businesses in the US build highly profitable and sustainable businesses. We offer growth-focused services to a variety of clients in different industries, including digital and social media marketing agencies, coaches and course creators, consultants, affiliate and network marketers, influencers and streamers, SaaS and E-commerce businesses. CleverProfits uses the latest cloud platforms to serve businesses remotely from anywhere in the world.

The Role

As the Financial Controller, you will oversee the financial health of our client's operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and strategic financial planning. Your expertise will be crucial in financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis, supporting the company's growth and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations, financial planning, budgets, and forecasts.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements across multiple states.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, perform cost-benefit analysis, and support strategic decisions.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Lead and develop the finance team, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with various departments to implement financial best practices and optimize financial performance.
• Enhance financial systems and processes, utilizing technology for efficiency.

About You

• Chartered Accountant (CA) / CGMA with at least 3 years of post-articles experience.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, any experience with US companies would be advantageous.
• Proficient with modern financial software and systems.
• Outstanding problem-solving ability.
• Proven leadership skills with experience in team development.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Motivated by contributing to the success of innovative healthcare solutions.

We are Looking for

• Someone to attend the physical office at least 3 days per week.
• An individual who communicates productively to other team members.
• Someone with grit, the unwavering perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges, setbacks, and obstacles.
• Someone who has a DIY mentality, proactively tackling challenges and tasks through self-initiated efforts and resourcefulness.
• A candidate who is accountable for their performance by demonstrating commitment to achieving goals and delivering results with excellence as an individual, team, and company.
• Someone who has a touch of quirkiness, showcased by embracing individuality and expressing unique traits, ideas, or behaviors.

Why Join CleverProfits?

• Impactful work: Have a tangible impact on growing businesses.
• Professional growth: Join a dynamic, young team that values learning and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.