Group Financial Controller

Globe 24-7; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining firm is seeking an experienced Financial Controller based in Johannesburg to oversee financial operations across multiple African entities. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate reporting, managing financial planning, and compliance. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and at least 7 years of financial management experience. The position offers a competitive remuneration package and the opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams across Africa.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in financial management.
• Proficiency in financial data analysis and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial control for all entities in Africa.
• Ensure monthly closing and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare weekly cash forecasts and monthly accounts receivable reports.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and Capex control.
• Prepare financial statements and manage quarterly reviews.
• Handle regulatory compliance and internal controls.
• Collaborate with operational teams and support the finance team.

Skills

Financial data analysis

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem-solving

Financial systems competency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Sage Evolution 200

Job description

The Company

Globe 24-7, in partnership with a key mining client, is sourcing an experienced and qualified Financial Controller based in Johannesburg to oversee financial operations across multiple African entities.

The Role

The Financial Controller will lead financial control for all entities in Africa, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and financial strategy execution. This role involves managing multiple entities, including South Africa, Zambia, DRC, Botswana, and Ghana, and supporting operational teams.

The Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Ensure monthly closing and reporting for all entities (WD4 for closing, WD6 for OneStream input and supplementary schedules).
• Cashflow Management: Prepare weekly cash forecasts and monthly accounts receivable reports for Treasury.
• Performance Analysis: Present monthly sales area performance reviews, including finance slides.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and Capex control.
• Financial Statements & Audits: Prepare financial statements, external audit files, year-end reporting packages, and manage quarterly balance sheet reviews.
• Regulatory Compliance: Handle SARB and exchange control applications, statutory returns, and transfer pricing compliance.
• Banking & Payroll: Maintain banking operations (open accounts, manage facilities, vehicle finance), and oversee payroll input and related queries.
• Internal Controls: Review stock take variances and ensure compliance with internal controls and processes.
• Operational Support: Collaborate with operational teams, MD, and service providers across Africa.
• Team Management: Lead and support the finance team (Accountant and Senior Accountant).
• Accounting System: Oversee the use and maintenance of Sage Evolution 200.
• BBB-EE Audit: Assist with BBB-EE audits and ensure compliance.

The Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting (CA/CIMA is advantageous).
• A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in financial management.
• Proficiency in financial data analysis and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Competency in financial systems.
• A proactive problem-solving mindset with a strong work ethic.

The Rewards

The position offers a competitive remuneration package.

Contact Us

Please apply directly by submitting your resume, preferably as a Microsoft Word document.