Financial Manager / Controller (Hospitality)

Career Dynamics Global; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a Financial Manager Controller to oversee financial reporting across a multi-branch environment in South Africa. The role involves providing strategic insights, driving compliance with IFRS standards, and partnering with senior management on key projects. Candidates should have substantial experience in financial management and strong proficiency in ERP systems. This position offers a chance to influence business strategy and improve financial processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years post-articles experience in financial management.
• Proven expertise in financial reporting and budgeting.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of financial reports.
• Provide strategic financial insights to support decision making.
• Oversee budgeting and variance analysis to meet financial targets.

Skills

Financial reporting expertise

Management accounting skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal skills

Ability to influence senior stakeholders

Education

Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, or related field

CA(SA) or equivalent qualification

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Financial Manager Controller Hospitality

Our client in the IT Distribution and Office Supplies sector is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Financial Reporting Manager to oversee financial and management reporting across a large multi‑branch environment. This role reports directly to the General Manager of Finance and offers the opportunity to partner with senior leadership on strategic financial initiatives while driving operational efficiency and accuracy.

• Lead the preparation, consolidation, and delivery of accurate and timely financial and management reports across multiple branches and divisions.
• Provide strategic financial insights to support decision making at both divisional and group levels.
• Partner closely with senior management, including Finance and Operations leadership, on high‑level projects such as ERP transformations and cross‑divisional initiatives.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to ensure financial targets are met and risks are identified early.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS reporting standards, internal policies, and governance requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, reporting systems, and controls, with a focus on leveraging ERP systems such as SAP/S4HANA.
• Act as a trusted financial partner to senior executives, providing commercial acumen and guidance to influence business strategy.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years post‑articles experience in financial management or commercial finance, ideally within a listed entity or a large product‑driven/service environment.
• Proven expertise in financial reporting, management accounting, budgeting, and commercial finance.
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS reporting standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, and exposure to S/4HANA migration projects is highly advantageous.
• Prior experience consolidating financial data across multiple branches/divisions is essential.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to influence senior stakeholders, flexible to work beyond standard hours and travel to branches as required.

Educational Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related commercial field.
• CA(SA) or equivalent qualification is highly preferred.

Mindcor will respond to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not hear back within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will, however, be retained for future opportunities.

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or belief.