Financial Controller

First Technology Pty Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with best practices. In this role, you'll supervise cash management, oversee payment processing, and maintain accurate financial records. Your expertise will be vital in managing the general ledger, preparing reports, and liaising with auditors. If you're passionate about finance and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for professional growth and impact within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in financial roles with a focus on general ledger.
• Strong understanding of journal entries and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise cashbooks and ensure timely processing of invoices.
• Reconcile bank accounts and manage debtors effectively.
• Assist in preparing documents and maintain filing systems.

Skills

Financial Reporting

General Ledger Management

Bank Reconciliation

Invoice Processing

Communication Skills

Education

NQF Level 5/Diploma in Bookkeeping or Finance

Job description

First Digital is looking for a Financial Controller to ensure an efficient administration service to support the smooth functioning of business operations. To manage the general ledger up to trial balance according to sound financial systems, practices and processes that are compliant with relevant legislation, meet principles of international best practices and that will allow the organisation to achieve its strategic financial objective.

Key Responsibilities

Role Overview:

• Supervise cashbooks, credit card accounts, petty cash, and bank reconciliations.

• Ensure payment authorization and timely processing of invoices and payments.

• Oversee batch runs/EFT payments and ensure payments match original invoices.

• Resolve invoice, payment, and outstanding cheque issues promptly.

• Monitor payment runs and cash receipt postings in the accounting system.

• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and petty cash with the general ledger.

• Manage debtors, including invoicing and maintaining debtors clearing accounts.

• Ensure debtors age analysis aligns with the trial balance.
  

Creditors:

• Review reconciliations of sundry creditors monthly.

• Verify proper authorization and process necessary journals.

Financial Systems:

• Maintain stock list and ensure alignment with the general ledger.

• Capture monthly journals, accruals, and reconcile all general ledger accounts.

• Manage vendor claims, rebates, and asset register (including depreciation).

• Execute month-end procedures, prepare reports, and investigate variances before distribution.

• Liaise with auditors and support audit preparation and statutory filing.

Administrative Support:

• Assist in preparing documents, presentations, and handling general inquiries.

• Oversee cost-effective office purchasing.

• Provide support to teams reporting into the role.

Documentation Management:

• Maintain an efficient filing and archiving system, ensuring timely document retention and fast retrieval.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant NQF Level 5/Diploma Qualification or higher in Bookkeeping or Finance (Essential)
• Excellent written or verbal communication skills in English (Essential)
• Must be able to work full-time in office (Essential)
• + 4years of experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of journal entries and general ledger accounts (Essential)