Financial Controller

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

Job summary

A multinational trading and distribution business is seeking a Finance Controller to lead financial operations. This role involves developing financial strategies, overseeing reporting, and ensuring compliance. Candidates must have a CA(SA) qualification and 5–6 years of experience in banking and treasury operations. The position is based in Durbanville, with travel into Sub-Saharan Africa.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification required.
• 5–6 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in banking and treasury operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial strategies for the organization.
• Oversee high-level financial reporting and analysis.
• Manage cash flow and treasury operations.

Skills

CA(SA) qualification

5–6 years post-qualification experience

Background in banking and treasury operations

Experience in trading and distribution industries

Exposure to SAP

Job description

Location: Durbanville, Cape Town

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.

Company and Job Description:

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

• CA(SA) qualification 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 and distribution industries is highly preferred; manufacturing experience will also be considered.
• Exposure to SAP is an advantage.

Why Join?

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.

Apply now!

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I also specialise in recruiting in the following:

• C-Suite roles across Africa and industries, with a particular focus on Financial Services and FinTech.
• Commercial leadership roles within the Financial Services and FinTech sectors.

If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for future opportunities.

For more information, contact:

Corne Booysen

Senior International Recruitment Consultant

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