Financial Controller

Network Recruitment; Durbanville; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Finance Controller to lead financial operations at a multinational trading business in Durbanville. This role involves overseeing financial strategies, reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have 5–6 years of experience in banking and treasury, preferably within trading or distribution. Strong leadership and strategic insights are essential, with opportunities for travel into Sub‑Saharan Africa.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of post‑qualification experience.
• Strong background in banking and treasury operations.
• Experience in trading/distribution industries is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial strategies, including risk minimisation.
• Oversee financial reporting, analysis, and MIS management.
• Lead budget consolidation and manage cash flow.

Skills

Financial strategy development

Financial reporting

Budget management

Banking operations

Cost efficiency

Debt collection

Tools

SAP

Job description

Finance Controller

With over 40 years of industry leadership, this group has established itself as a trusted partner across Africa. As part of its continued growth, the company is seeking a Finance Controller to lead the financial operations of a multinational trading and distribution business.

The Finance Controller will oversee the entire finance function, providing strategic financial leadership and analytical insights to enable sound business decisions. Reporting directly to the Country Head (South Africa) and the Group CFO, the successful incumbent will play a critical role in driving operational efficiency, ensuring compliance, and supporting business expansion. The position is based in Durbanville, with occasional travel into Sub‑Saharan Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop financial strategies, including risk minimisation and opportunity forecasting.
• Oversee high‑level financial reporting, analysis, and management of information systems (MIS).
• Lead budget consolidation and manage cash flow and treasury operations, including banking relationships.
• Ensure robust internal controls and compliance with statutory and financial regulations.
• Drive cost efficiency and continuous process improvement across the business.
• Manage debt collection, tax submissions, and finalisation of financial statements.
• Provide investment insights and support major commercial decisions.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to achieve strategic business goals.

Job Experience and Skills Required

• 5–6 years post‑qualification experience.
• Strong background in banking and treasury operations, with exposure to major South African banks.
• Experience within the trading/distribution industries is highly preferred; logistics or manufacturing experience will also be considered.
• Exposure to SAP is an advantage.

About the Organisation

Be part of an organisation that plays a key role in powering business and infrastructure growth across Africa — a sector vital to the continent’s economic development and future prosperity.

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