Financial Controller

Bright Placements; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Placements seeks a detail-oriented Financial Controller to join our paste industry operation in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role reports to the Financial Director and covers financial administration, reporting, reconciliations, budgeting support, and ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a BCom in Finance/Accounting, CA(SA), 2–3 years of experience, strong Excel skills, and Afrikaans fluency, with the ability to work under pressure and collaborate across

Qualifications

• BCom degree in Finance or Accounting.
• CA(SA) qualification.
• 2–3 years’ experience as Financial Controller or accounting-related role.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational, coordination and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Afrikaans-speaking (essential).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and management of financial reports.
• Process and review financial transactions accurately and timeously.
• Assist with monthly management accounts and reporting.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring.
• Assist budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Support audits and provide required financial documentation.
• Coordinate with various departments regarding financial information and reporting.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
• Assist the Financial Manager with daily financial operations and ad hoc duties.
• Identify discrepancies and resolve financial inconsistencies promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Coordination

Teamwork

Communication

Education

B.Com in Finance/Accounting

CA(SA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Financial Controller to join our fast-paced paste industry operation. The successful candidate will report directly to the Financial Director and will be responsible for assisting with financial administration, reporting, reconciliations, budgeting support, and ensuring overall financial accuracy and compliance within the business. The ideal candidate must be able to work accurately under pressure, possess excellent coordination and management skills, and demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Key Responsibilities (variable and not limited to)

• Assist with the preparation and management of financial reports
• Process and review financial transactions accurately and timeously
• Assist with monthly management accounts and reporting
• Prepare bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Support audits and provide required financial documentation
• Coordinate with various departments regarding financial information and reporting
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
• Assist the Financial Manager with daily financial operations and ad hoc duties
• Identify discrepancies and resolve financial inconsistencies promptly

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant BCom Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Must be a qualified CA (SA)
• 2–3 years’ experience in a similar Financial Controller or accounting-related role
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational, coordination, and time-management abilities
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Afrikaans-speaking (essential)

Key Competencies and Skills

• High level of attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Excellent coordination and administrative abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
• Strong work ethic and professional integrity
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Confidentiality and professionalism when handling financial information

Advantageous

• Experience within a manufacturing, production, FMCG, or paste-related industry environment will be advantageous
• Experience working on Financial, accounting or ERP systems

Financial Controller • Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA