Financial Controller

Globe 24-7; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mining sector is seeking an experienced Financial Controller in Johannesburg. The role involves overseeing financial operations across multiple African entities, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and effective financial strategy execution. This position is crucial for managing budgets, cash flow, and financial audits while supporting operational teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in finance, excellent communication skills, and experience in financial management.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; CIMA qualification is advantageous.
• 7+ years of experience in financial management.
• Proficiency in financial data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance for multiple entities.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and Capex control.
• Lead and support the finance team.

Skills

Financial data analysis

Reporting

Problem-solving

Communication

Financial systems proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CIMA qualification

Tools

Sage Evolution

Job description

The Company Globe 24-7, in partnership with a key mining client, is sourcing an experienced and qualified Financial Controller based in Johannesburg to oversee financial operations across multiple African entities.

The Role The Financial Controller will lead financial control for all entities in Africa, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and financial strategy execution.

This role involves managing multiple entities, including South Africa, Zambia, DRC, Botswana, and Ghana, and supporting operational teams.

The Responsibilities Financial Reporting : Ensure monthly closing and reporting for all entities (WD4 for closing, WD6 for OneStream input and supplementary schedules).

Cashflow Management : Prepare weekly cash forecasts and monthly accounts receivable reports for Treasury.

Performance Analysis : Present monthly sales area performance reviews, including finance slides.

Budgeting & Forecasting : Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and Capex control.

Financial Statements & Audits : Prepare financial statements, external audit files, year-end reporting packages, and manage quarterly balance sheet reviews.

Regulatory Compliance : Handle SARB and exchange control applications, statutory returns, and transfer pricing compliance.

Banking & Payroll : Maintain banking operations (open accounts, manage facilities, vehicle finance), and oversee payroll input and related queries.

Internal Controls : Review stock take variances and ensure compliance with internal controls and processes.

Operational Support : Collaborate with operational teams, MD, and service providers across Africa.

Team Management : Lead and support the finance team (Accountant and Senior Accountant).

Accounting System : Oversee the use and maintenance of Sage Evolution .

BBB-EE Audit : Assist with BBB-EE audits and ensure compliance.

The Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting (CIMA is advantageous).

A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in financial management.

Proficiency in financial data analysis and reporting.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Competency in financial systems.

A proactive problem-solving mindset with a strong work ethic.

The Rewards The position offers a competitive remuneration package.

Contact Us Please apply directly by submitting your resume, preferably as a Microsoft Word document.

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Financial Controller • Johannesburg, Gauteng