Financial Controller

Snatch | Accounting & Finance Headhunters; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 720 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in investment administration is seeking a Financial Controller to lead their accounting team in Cape Town. This pivotal role involves managing a portfolio of clients in the private equity sector, ensuring meticulous oversight of their accounting practices. You will onboard new clients, supervise finance department members, and collaborate with various teams to deliver exceptional service. With a focus on compliance and reporting, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA(SA) or equivalent accounting qualification.
• 4+ years of accounting experience in public or private sectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting for multiple management company clients.
• Provide monthly or quarterly reporting to Management.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting as needed.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Client Management

Payroll Processing

Tax Compliance

Budgeting and Forecasting

Education

CA(SA)

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

QuickBooks

Job description

An investment administration company is looking for a Financial Controller / Management Company Controller to join their team in Cape Town. In this role, you will be responsible for a portfolio of clients in a private equity space and oversee the end-to-end accounting for these clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee accounting for multiple management company clients.
• Onboard new clients and implement preferred systems and processes.
• Supervise members in the finance department.
• Manage accounts payable and client expense reporting.
• Review journal entries, bank reconciliations, and supporting work papers.
• Process and record payroll.
• Provide monthly or quarterly reporting to Management.
• Process 1099s and assists with tax compliance.
• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting as needed.
• Work closely with clients to satisfy ad hoc requests and provide excellent service.
• Work closely with other teams to settle intercompany transactions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified CA(SA) / AGA (SA) / Professional Accountant (SA) / CGMA
• Bachelor's Degree, ideally in Accounting or Finance.
• 4+ years of accounting experience (public and/or private).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Familiar with QuickBooks.

Salary:

• R600 000 - R720 000 / year CTC