Remote Financial Controller: Growth-Focused Finance Lead

The Legends Agency; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic food business is seeking a Financial Controller to manage essential financial operations in a hands-on role. The right candidate will have over 3 years of experience in finance or accounting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to thrive in a remote working environment. Responsibilities include managing invoices, payroll, and preparing management accounts. A proactive and organized mindset is essential for success in this varied role offering significant growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in a similar financial or accounting role.
• Ability to manage and process purchase ledger and payroll.
• Strong numeracy and financial reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process purchase ledger: invoice approvals, postings, and supplier payments.
• Support and help run payroll across all staff.
• Assist with preparation of management accounts and year-end audits.
• Use Excel to produce reports and complete key financial tasks.
• Monitor and improve finance processes.

Skills

3+ years' relevant experience in finance or accounting

Strong Excel skills

Self-starter with independent workload management

Highly organised with prioritisation skills

Effective communication in a remote setting

Team player

Job description

A dynamic food business is seeking a Financial Controller to manage essential financial operations in a hands-on role. The right candidate will have over 3 years of experience in finance or accounting, strong Excel skills, and the ability to thrive in a remote working environment. Responsibilities include managing invoices, payroll, and preparing management accounts. A proactive and organized mindset is essential for success in this varied role offering significant growth opportunities.