Remote FinTech Financial Controller & Strategy Leader

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote role

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Private medical insurance

Retirement contribution

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Financial Controller for a fully remote FinTech role. You will oversee all accounting, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting while leading a dispersed global team from your home office.

You will implement robust financial controls, drive strategic insights for the executive team, ensure IFRS compliance with SA standards, and manage cash, payroll, AP/AR, and ERP systems. Remote-first culture rewarded with performance-based incentives.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or CPA.
• 8+ years of progressive financial management experience, 3+ in a Controller role.
• FinTech or technology sector experience preferred.
• Strong IFRS and South African accounting standards knowledge.
• Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, Xero and ERP systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage teams and deliver results remotely.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting department and month-/year-end close processes.
• Prepare and analyze IFRS/GAAP financial statements.
• Develop and manage the annual budget and forecasts.
• Implement and maintain internal financial controls and policies.
• Manage cash flow, AP/AR, payroll functions.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors and provide documentation.
• Implement and optimize financial systems and reporting tools.
• Provide strategic financial insights to the executive team.
• Develop and mentor the finance team in a remote setting.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Communication

Education

CA(SA) or CPA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Xero

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Financial Controller for a fully remote FinTech role. You will oversee all accounting, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting while leading a dispersed global team from your home office.

You will implement robust financial controls, drive strategic insights for the executive team, ensure IFRS compliance with SA standards, and manage cash, payroll, AP/AR, and ERP systems. Remote-first culture rewarded with performance-based incentives.