Financial Controller - Southern Africa

Financial Controller – Southern Africa (Zimbabwe, Zambia, Angola, South Africa)

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Reports To: Group Chief Finance Officer

Staff Responsibility: Finance & Accounts Team

Are you a seasoned finance professional looking for a leadership role in Southern Africa? We are hiring a Financial Controller to oversee financial management, reporting, compliance, and strategic planning across multiple jurisdictions. This role requires a dynamic individual with strong technical expertise and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

KRA 1: Financial Management

• Ensuring that an efficient financial management system is in place.
• Managing Head Office coordination with the Finance and Accounts Team across the group.
• Handling relationships with external and internal auditors, financial institutions, and consultants.
• Overseeing bookkeeping, general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.
• Monitoring KPIs and ensuring adherence to financial risk management practices.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

KRA 2: Financial & Management Reporting

• Developing and maintaining accurate financial statements and reports.
• Ensuring timely distribution of financial reports across subsidiaries.
• Reviewing monthly results and implementing variance reporting.
• Managing cash flow and preparing forecasts.

KRA 3: Financial Audits

• Ensuring internal and external audits are conducted across the organization.
• Ensuring compliance with audit requirements and avoiding qualifications.

KRA 4: Regulatory Compliance/Government Reporting

• Ensuring regulatory compliance with taxation legislation across jurisdictions.
• Managing effective tax planning initiatives.

KRA 5: Budgeting & Forecasting

• Managing the preparation of project budgets and forecasts within funding limits.
• Ensuring accuracy in budgeting and forecasting.
• Reviewing and consolidating budget submissions.

KRA 6: Other Financial Responsibilities

• Ensuring correct wages and deductions processing.
• Maintaining an updated fixed assets register and general ledger.
• Managing insurance claims and premium payments.

Job Criteria

Education: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, or Accounting. CPA/ACCA qualification required.

Work Experience: 8+ years in a senior accounting/finance role.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Tier 1 ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and financial reporting skills.
• Experience in budgeting, financial planning, and performance tracking.

Key Competencies

Technical Acumen: Strong analytical skills, financial systems expertise, and process improvement.

Leadership & Decision Making: Ability to apply logic, make independent decisions, and escalate when necessary.

Drive for Results: Action-oriented, dynamic, and focused on delivering high performance.

Managing Performance: Ability to set objectives, monitor progress, and make tough people decisions.

Integrity: Professionalism, reliability, and ethical decision-making.

If you are a results-driven finance leader with expertise in financial strategy and compliance across multiple countries, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of a dynamic team.