Financial Controller Ca

Amax Sa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education-focused group based in South Africa is seeking a high-performing Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting, governance, and operational finance. The ideal candidate will be a qualified CA(SA) with strong analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure. Key responsibilities include preparing financial statements, budgeting, and providing financial guidance to management. This is a permanent position located in Centurion, Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-articles experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting frameworks.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and professional accountability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Drive the annual budgeting cycle in collaboration with department heads.
• Maintain strong internal controls and implement process improvements.
• Provide financial guidance to management and operational teams.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Education

Qualified CA(SA)

Job description

A leading education-focused group company, based in Centurion, Johannesburg, and Stellenbosch, is seeking a high-performing Financial Controller to oversee financial reporting, governance, and operational finance.

About the Role

The company is a subsidiary of a Private Education Group. This role is ideal for a dynamic, analytical, and detail-driven CA(SA) who thrives in structured environments, values accuracy, and enjoys partnering with leadership teams to ensure financial discipline.

Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Job Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Governance: Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; ensure compliance with IFRS, internal financial controls and policies, and audit standards; manage general ledger integrity and oversee accurate processing; lead audit processes and ensure timely delivery of audit requirements.
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis: Drive the annual budgeting cycle in collaboration with department heads; prepare rolling forecasts and variance commentary for management and group review; conduct profitability, cash‑flow and trend analyses to support strategic decisions; provide insights on financial risks, opportunities, and performance gaps.
• Operational Finance & Controls: Accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank, and cash‑flow management; maintain strong internal controls and implement process improvements where required; monitor cost structures and support cost optimisation initiatives; ensure timely reconciliations, including bank, balance sheet, and intercompany/group entries.
• Business Support: Provide financial guidance to management and operational teams; support commercial decisions with accurate financial modelling and scenario planning; assist with group strategic projects, compliance reviews, policy development, and reporting automation.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified CA(SA) – essential.
• Minimum 2 years post‑articles experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting frameworks.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
• High level of integrity, accuracy, and professional accountability.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• High emotional maturity and professionalism.
• Strong leadership potential and collaboration mindset.