Remote Financial Controller — AP & Finance Ops Lead

Affinity International; Remote; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international company is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee daily finance operations and manage the Accounts Payable function. This role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and process improvement. The ideal candidate has over 5 years in a financial leadership role, strong experience in Accounts Payable, and a sound understanding of financial standards. The position offers remote work flexibility and opportunities to scale finance processes within a growing organization.

Benefits

Remote work flexibility

Exposure to senior leadership

Opportunity for process improvement

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a Financial Controller or similar role.
• Strong experience in managing Accounts Payable.
• Solid understanding of general ledger and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and local regulations.
• Partner with internal teams for financial insights.

Skills

Experience managing Accounts Payable

Financial reporting

Financial compliance

Advanced Excel skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA)

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

NetSuite

Sage

Job description

A leading international company is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to oversee daily finance operations and manage the Accounts Payable function. This role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and process improvement. The ideal candidate has over 5 years in a financial leadership role, strong experience in Accounts Payable, and a sound understanding of financial standards. The position offers remote work flexibility and opportunities to scale finance processes within a growing organization.