Financial Controller

Communicate Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a results-driven Financial Controller to manage financial reporting and compliance in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, strong IFRS knowledge, and excellent leadership skills. This role involves overseeing audits, budgeting, and driving process improvements within financial systems. The agency offers a competitive environment for finance leaders looking to make an impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial reporting, auditing, and compliance.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong consolidations exposure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial reports including consolidated statements.
• Ensure effective financial procedures to mitigate risks.
• Manage the external audit process.

Skills

Financial reporting

Auditing

Compliance

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Advanced MS Excel

Education

BCom in accounting

Completed SAICA articles

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

JOB TITLE: Financial Controller

LOCATION: City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality

Brief Description:

We are seeking a results-driven Financial Controller to lead our financial reporting, compliance, and risk management functions. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee audits, month-end and year-end processes, budgeting, and forecasting while driving process improvements and ensuring adherence to accounting standards and statutory requirements. This is the perfect opportunity for a finance leader who combines strong technical knowledge with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including consolidated statements and management accounts.
• Conduct financial analysis to provide actionable insights into business performance.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management to support strategic decision-making.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Ensure effective financial procedures to mitigate risks.
• Maintain compliance with IFRS, tax regulations, legal requirements, and internal controls.
• Evaluate and improve risk management, governance, and internal control processes.

Audit & Assurance

• Manage the external audit process and prepare audit packs.
• Conduct operational and financial audits, reviewing transactions, payroll, contracts, and inventory.
• Follow up on audit recommendations and ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Implement and enhance financial systems, tools, and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Review and recommend improvements to financial and administrative policies.

Fraud Prevention

• Identify potential fraud risks and recommend measures to prevent and detect fraudulent activities.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in financial reporting, auditing, and compliance.
• 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong consolidations exposure.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, tax regulations, and governance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in financial systems and advanced MS Excel skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Qualification:

BCom in accounting

Completed SAICA articles

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