Financial Controller

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

High visibility role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Financial Controller to lead the finance department in Vereeniging. This senior role manages accounting, reporting, budgeting, and internal controls, delivering insights to drive profitability and ensure compliance.

The ideal candidate is CA(SA) with 8+ years in finance, including 3+ in a Controller role, with ERP and advanced financial modeling experience. Leadership and strategic thinking are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 3 years in a Controller or similar senior role.
• Extensive knowledge of South African accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Proven experience with ERP systems and advanced financial modeling skills.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and analysis of all financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to IFRS.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Establish and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.
• Lead and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Manage banking relationships, cash flow, and treasury functions.
• Provide strategic financial advice and support to the executive management team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Decision-making

Education

CA(SA) or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Advanced financial modeling

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned and strategic Financial Controller to lead their finance department in Vereeniging. This senior role is responsible for managing all aspects of the company’s financial operations, including accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. You will provide critical financial insights to senior management, driving profitability and ensuring compliance. This is a key leadership position within the organization, requiring strong financial acumen and proven management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and analysis of all financial statements, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards (IFRS).
• Manage the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Establish and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance.
• Lead and develop the finance and accounting team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Manage banking relationships, cash flow, and treasury functions.
• Provide strategic financial advice and support to the executive management team.

Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with at least 3 years in a Controller or similar senior role.
• Extensive knowledge of South African accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Proven experience with ERP systems and advanced financial modeling skills.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package, including bonuses and long-term incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance, retirement plan, and other executive benefits.
• Significant influence on the company’s financial strategy and operations.
• Professional development opportunities and support for continuous learning.
• Key leadership role based in Vereeniging with high visibility.