Regional Finance Controller: Stock & Controls Leader

Datafin It Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Datafin It Recruitment is seeking a Regional Financial Controller for a leading retailer. You will oversee financial controls, stock governance and regional compliance across 12-15 branches, coordinating with Central Finance, Supply Chain and Branch Operations.

This role requires strong governance, multi-site audit readiness, CAPEX control and inventory accuracy. You will lead stocktakes, administer GRVs, supplier payments, and ensure reporting deadlines are met across the region.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting or Auditing.
• Postgraduate qualification in Finance/Business Administration would be advantageous.
• Professional finance certification (CIMA/ACCA/SAICA or similar) would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Enforce strong financial controls across the region, ensuring policy and audit compliance.
• Review and oversee stock control, stocktakes and variance investigations.
• Manage fixed assets verification and CAPEX control, ensuring asset registers are accurate.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder Management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting

Postgraduate qualification in Finance/Business Administration

CIMA/ACCA/SAICA or similar certification

Tools

ERP Systems

Stock Management

Audit & Compliance

Financial Reporting

Job description

Datafin It Recruitment is seeking a Regional Financial Controller for a leading retailer. You will oversee financial controls, stock governance and regional compliance across 12-15 branches, coordinating with Central Finance, Supply Chain and Branch Operations.

This role requires strong governance, multi-site audit readiness, CAPEX control and inventory accuracy. You will lead stocktakes, administer GRVs, supplier payments, and ensure reporting deadlines are met across the region.