Group Financial Controller

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive medical aid

Significant retirement fund贡献

Bonus potential

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Group Financial Controller based in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will lead the group’s financial operations, drive IFRS-compliant reporting, policy development, and internal controls across subsidiaries.

You will shape financial strategy, oversee FP&A, treasury, and external relationships, and mentor finance teams. A CA(SA) with 10–15 years’ leadership in group finance is expected, with SA tax and ERP experience.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification mandatory or equivalent.
• 10–15 years of progressive financial management experience with group consolidation exposure.
• Senior financial leadership experience (e.g., Group Financial Manager, Financial Controller).
• Expert knowledge of IFRS, corporate finance, and South African tax laws.
• Experience with large-scale ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision‑making capabilities.
• Understanding of corporate governance and risk management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and consolidation of group financial statements in IFRS compliance.
• Develop and implement group-wide accounting policies and procedures.
• Direct the group's internal audit function to ensure effective controls.
• Oversee treasury operations, including cash management and foreign exchange.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions.
• Lead FP&A, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Drive financial system improvements and implementations across the group.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, and financial stakeholders.
• Provide strategic financial advice to the executive team and board.
• Develop and mentor finance teams across entities.

Skills

CA(SA) qualification

IFRS knowledge

Group consolidation

Leadership

FP&A / budgeting

Stakeholder management

Corporate governance

Change management

Education

Chartered Accountant (SA) CA(SA)

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading diversified group with significant operations in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is seeking an accomplished and strategic Group Financial Controller. This senior leadership position holds ultimate responsibility for the financial operations of the entire group, overseeing financial reporting, accounting, internal controls, and compliance across all subsidiaries. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in managing complex financial structures, driving financial strategy, and ensuring the highest standards of financial integrity. This is a high-impact role for a seasoned finance professional looking to lead and shape the financial future of a dynamic organisation. Based in the picturesque Mossel Bay, Western Cape, this role offers a unique blend of professional challenge and lifestyle appeal. We are dedicated to maintaining robust financial governance and strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of group financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
• Develop and implement group-wide accounting policies and procedures.
• Manage and direct the group's internal audit function to ensure effective controls.
• Oversee treasury operations, including cash management and foreign exchange.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements across all jurisdictions.
• Lead the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Drive financial system improvements and implementations across the group.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, and other financial stakeholders.
• Provide strategic financial advice and support to the executive management team and board.
• Develop and mentor the finance teams across the group's various entities.

Requirements

• Professional accounting qualification (CA(SA) or equivalent) is mandatory.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive financial management experience, with significant exposure to group consolidation and international accounting standards.
• Demonstrated experience in a senior financial leadership role (e.g., Group Financial Manager, Financial Controller).
• Expert knowledge of IFRS, corporate finance, and South African tax laws.
• Experience with large-scale ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and risk management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage change and drive continuous improvement.
• Experience in the relevant industry sector is a strong advantage.

Benefits

This executive position offers a highly attractive salary package, including significant performance-based bonuses, executive medical aid, and a substantial retirement fund contribution. The role is based in our modern corporate offices in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, offering a desirable work environment. Opportunities for executive development and participation in strategic initiatives are abundant. Our client values leadership excellence and provides a platform for substantial career advancement within a growing international group. This role is instrumental in steering the company's financial strategy and success.