Remote Financial Controller - Global Operations

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life assurance

Retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Personal development budget

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Financial Controller to lead financial operations from within South Africa. This senior role oversees accounting, compliance, and strategic insights across international entities in a remote-first setup.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in accounting/finance, CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA/CPA, IFRS/GAAP expertise, and proven remote leadership. You will drive controls, budgeting, and global reporting from a distributed team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Professional qualification (CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA or CPA) mandatory.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting/financial management experience, international focus.
• Experience as Financial Controller or senior finance leader in tech/fast-paced env.
• Strong IFRS/GAAP knowledge and global reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain accounting policies across international entities.
• Oversee general ledger, payables/receivables, payroll, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and cross-border tax laws.
• Manage multiple entity close processes with accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop budgets/forecasts with department heads; provide insights.
• Lead and mentor remote finance teams; foster high performance.
• Implement internal controls to safeguard assets and data integrity.
• Coordinate with external auditors/tax advisors globally.

Skills

Financial leadership

Remote team management

IFRS/GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CA(SA)/ACCA/CIMA/CPA qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Cloud-based accounting software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding international technology firm, is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Remote Financial Controller to spearhead their financial operations from anywhere within South Africa. This is a fully remote, permanent position designed for a proactive leader passionate about driving financial excellence in a global context. You will be instrumental in overseeing all accounting functions, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic financial insights to support the company's ambitious growth trajectory. This role is perfect for an individual who thrives in an autonomous, **remote-first** environment and possesses a deep understanding of international financial practices. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teams across different time zones, contributing to our client's worldwide success.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain robust accounting policies and procedures across all international entities.
• Oversee the entire accounting cycle, including general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant international financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
• Manage the financial close process for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Develop and manage the company's budget and forecast, working closely with department heads.
• Conduct in-depth financial analysis, providing actionable insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Lead and mentor a distributed team of finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Implement and manage internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax advisors globally.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• A professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is mandatory.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management, with significant experience in international financial operations.
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar senior finance role, preferably in a technology or fast-paced environment.
• Extensive knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS and/or US GAAP).
• Proficiency with various accounting software and ERP systems, with a strong emphasis on cloud-based solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams effectively.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office setup.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating strong self-discipline and time management skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with potential for performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunity to shape financial strategy in a growing global company.
• Comprehensive medical aid and life assurance benefits.
• Retirement fund contributions.
• Generous annual leave and personal development budget.
• A dynamic and innovative virtual work environment.