Financial Controller

Jabu Logistics PTY LTD; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech company in Southern Africa seeks a Finance Controller to develop financial strategies, manage compliance, and support scaling operations. Candidates should have experience in financial management within high-growth sectors, strong knowledge of cash management, and be willing to relocate to Zambia for an immersive experience. This role offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to impact emerging markets positively.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management or controlling roles, ideally in fintech or banking.
• Strong knowledge of reconciliation and financial controls.
• Ability to interpret financial data and identify trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement financial strategies.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Oversee financial reporting and compliance.
• Manage cash flow controls and reconciliation.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership.
• Identify financial process improvements.

Skills

Financial management

Analytical mindset

Compliance standards knowledge

Cash flow management

Job description

Company: Jabu – Innovating Cash Management Across Southern Africa

Are you a finance professional with a sense of adventure? Are you ready to make a real impact with a fintech company transforming cash handling for suppliers, wholesalers, and businesses across Southern Africa? Join us at Jabu, where we’re creating something massive—a groundbreaking ecosystem with cutting-edge technology, a multi-talented global team, and a rapidly growing market footprint in countries like Zambia, Namibia, and beyond.

The Role: Finance Controller

As our Finance Controller, you will play a critical role in building and scaling Jabu’s financial structure and controls to support our ambitious growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement financial strategies to support Jabu’s rapid scaling in Southern Africa, managing key metrics and ensuring alignment with business goals
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead financial planning, including budgeting and forecasting, to guide Jabu’s financial trajectory in a high-growth environment
• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Oversee financial reporting processes, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of financial statements, compliance with regulations, and readiness for potential audits
• Cash Flow Management & Reconciliation: Design and manage efficient cash flow controls, reconciliation processes, and CIT operations, aligning with Jabu’s mission to make cash management seamless for clients
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to company leadership, delivering financial insights that shape strategic decision-making and keep us at the forefront of the industry
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement financial process improvements, optimizing everything from cash handling to financial reporting for scalability and efficiency

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in financial management, controlling, or similar roles—ideally within fintech, banking, or a high-growth, technology-driven environment
• Strong Knowledge of reconciliation, cash flow management, financial controls, and compliance standards
• Analytical & Strategic Mindset with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends, and make recommendations that drive growth
• Willingness to Relocate to Zambia (and work across Southern Africa) for at least one year, with a strong desire to explore and contribute to emerging markets
• Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic, multicultural environment and contribute to our collaborative, results-driven team