Financial Controller

Snatch | Accounting & Finance Recruitment; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-scaling SaaS company seeks a Financial Controller to enhance its international finance operations. This remote role involves overseeing financial activities, managing multi-entity consolidation, and leading strategic finance initiatives. Candidates should possess a CA(SA) or CGMA qualification and demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA(SA) or CGMA with international group finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of modern accounting software and BI tools.
• Highly analytical and hands-on, with strong systems thinking.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily financial operations including pre-accounting and payments.
• Manage multi-entity consolidation and act as primary liaison across jurisdictions.
• Deliver insights to support strategic decisions.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Tax Optimisation

Communication

Problem-Solving

Cross-functional Collaboration

Process Optimisation

Analytical Skills

Education

CA(SA) or CGMA qualification

Tools

Xero

ScaleXP

QuickBooks

Job description

A fast-scaling SaaS company with global operations is looking for an operationally strongFinancial Controller to join their team remotely.

With entities across multiple jurisdictions, this role is key to owning international finance operations, partnering with external accountants, and driving strategic projects across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily financial operations, including pre-accounting activities and payment processing.

• Manage mulit-entity consolidation and act as primary liaison for entities across the UK, Italy, France, US, and UAE.

• Deliver financial analysis and insights to support strategic decisions and drive business growth.

• Lead key finance initiatives such as transfer pricing and assist in fundraising efforts.

• Introduce and enhance modern tools and processes to boost operational efficiency.

• Provide tax optimisation insights, including evaluating the benefits of a centralised revenue hub.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified CA(SA) or CGMA with international group finance experience.

• Strong knowledge of modern accounting software (e.g., Xero, ScaleXP, QuickBooks, etc.) and familiarity with BI tools is a plus.

• Effective communicator with a proactive, solution-driven mindset and a strong ability to work cross-functionally and take ownership.

• Highly analytical and hands-on, with strong systems thinking and process optimisation skills.

Salary:

• R850,000 – R1,400,000 CTC per year depending on the candidate