Remote Financial Controller

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Complete remote work flexibility

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Financial Controller to lead finance operations from a remote capacity. You will oversee accounting, reporting, and compliance, managing a distributed team and implementing cloud-based financial systems for strategic planning and control.

The role requires 8+ years in finance, with 3+ years in a controller position, strong IFRS knowledge, and a proven track record in remote team leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CA(SA), ACCA or CIMA qualification essential.
• 8+ years in finance, 3+ years in a controller/leadership role.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and tax/compliance experience.
• Experience leading remote teams and implementing cloud-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all accounting operations including payroll, AP/AR, GL.
• Oversee timely financial statements and IFRS-compliant reporting.
• Establish internal controls and safeguard assets.
• Manage tax compliance and regulatory filings.
• Develop and execute budgeting/forecasting plans.
• Lead and mentor a remote finance team.

Skills

Financial leadership

IFRS knowledge

Remote team management

Strategic financial planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

Cloud-based financial systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Remote Financial Controller to lead their finance operations entirely from a remote capacity. This senior role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and strategic financial planning. You will manage a distributed team, implement robust financial controls, and provide critical insights to executive leadership. This is a prime opportunity for a highly skilled and self-disciplined finance leader to drive financial excellence remotely, leveraging technology to ensure seamless operations and strategic alignment across the organization, from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Oversee the preparation and timely issuance of all financial statements and reports according to IFRS.
• Establish and enforce policies and procedures to maintain internal controls and safeguard assets.
• Manage all tax compliance and regulatory filings for the organization.
• Develop and execute strategic financial plans, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Lead and mentor a remote finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• A professional qualification (CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA) is essential.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting roles, with at least 3 years in a controller or similar leadership position.
• Extensive knowledge of IFRS , financial reporting, and South African tax laws.
• Proven experience managing remote teams and implementing cloud-based financial systems.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Complete remote work flexibility, allowing work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development budget.
• Opportunity to significantly influence financial strategy in a growing company.