Financial Controller

Globaltrack; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Gauteng seeks a Financial Controller to enhance financial processes and reporting. This role encompasses optimizing workflows, ensuring compliance, and automation using tools like Excel and Power BI. The ideal candidate will have a BCom in Accounting and strong interpersonal skills, aiding collaboration within a dynamic finance team. Join us to lead impactful financial initiatives in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Exposure to automation and process optimization

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience with process mapping and workflow optimization is advantageous.
• Internal or external audit experience is advantageous.
• Automation experience with relevant tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial accounting and reporting.
• Identify opportunities for automation in workflows.
• Assist in internal audits and ensure compliance.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Process-oriented

Education

BCom in Accounting

Tools

Power BI

Power Automate

Power Query

Job description

Location: Sandton, In Office

Employment Type: Full-time

We are looking for a Financial Controller to join our team.

Short-Term Focus

• Process Mapping & Optimization – Document and analyze existing workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement structured processes.
• Team Role Allocation – Help define clear roles and responsibilities within the finance team to improve efficiency.
• Problem-Solving & Communication – Engage with internal and external stakeholders to identify root causes of financial challenges and implement practical solutions.

Long-Term Responsibilities

• Financial Accounting & Reporting: Oversee intergroup transactions and reconciliations; Prepare and review monthly VAT returns; Step into accounts payable or receivable when needed; Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data and reporting; Prepare financial reports for management.
• Automation & Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for automation in financial workflows; Implement solutions using Excel, Power BI, Power Automate, or other tools.
• Quality Control & Management Support: Review and check the work of others to maintain high standards of financial accuracy; Create insightful financial reports and dashboards for management.
• Audit & Compliance: Assist in internal audits and prepare financials for external audits; Ensure financial processes comply with regulatory requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• BCom in Accounting (or equivalent).
• Strong Excel skills (required).
• Experience with process mapping and workflow optimization (advantageous).
• Internal or external audit experience (advantageous).
• Automation experience with Power Query, Power BI, Power Automate, or similar tools (advantageous).

Soft Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills – able to communicate effectively across teams.
• Patience & mentorship mindset – willing to guide and support team members who need extra help.
• Adaptability – comfortable with change and unstructured processes.
• Problem-solving mindset – enjoys finding solutions that work for everyone.
• Process-oriented and organized – naturally inclined to bring order to financial workflows.

What We Offer

• A high-impact role where you can shape and improve financial processes.
• A collaborative and supportive finance team.
• Exposure to automation and process optimization in a growing company.