Group Financial Controller - Strategic Leader (Sandton)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial bonus

Relocation assistance

International exposure

Private office in Sandton

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Group Financial Controller for a multinational client in Sandton, Gauteng. The role oversees IFRS/GAAP reporting, internal controls, budgeting, and external audits, leading a finance team and partnering with executive leadership.

You will drive group-wide financial strategy, ensure compliance across jurisdictions, optimize treasury, and advance automation in finance. A CA qualification and 10+ years in financial accounting are required, with at least 5 years in senior

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management ability.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Experience in mentoring finance professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee consolidation of group financial statements per IFRS/GAAP.
• Develop and implement robust internal control systems and regulatory compliance.
• Manage group budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Lead and develop the accounting and finance teams; collaborate with executive leadership.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to senior management and board.
• Coordinate external audits and provide necessary information.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Education

CA / equivalent accounting qualification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Group Financial Controller for a multinational client in Sandton, Gauteng. The role oversees IFRS/GAAP reporting, internal controls, budgeting, and external audits, leading a finance team and partnering with executive leadership.

You will drive group-wide financial strategy, ensure compliance across jurisdictions, optimize treasury, and advance automation in finance. A CA qualification and 10+ years in financial accounting are required, with at least 5 years in senior