Remote Senior Financial Controller – US GAAP Expert

Kontak Recruitment; Remote; ZAR 800 000 - 1 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Financial Controller. This fully remote position, available to South African applicants, involves managing the finance function for a U.S.-based organization. Candidates should possess a deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and have 5–8 years of relevant finance experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. The role will include overseeing various financial operations, compliance with regulatory standards, and financial analysis to support management decision-making.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or controller role.
• Prior experience in the financial services industry is highly advantageous.
• Must be capable of working independently in a remote, cross‑border environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day accounting operations: accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Implement and maintain internal financial controls.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers.
• Support compliance with U.S. regulatory and reporting standards.
• Provide financial analysis and business insights to senior management.

Skills

Leadership in finance

Knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Financial analysis

Budget development

Internal control implementation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, CPA)

Job description

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Financial Controller. This fully remote position, available to South African applicants, involves managing the finance function for a U.S.-based organization. Candidates should possess a deep understanding of U.S. GAAP and have 5–8 years of relevant finance experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role. The role will include overseeing various financial operations, compliance with regulatory standards, and financial analysis to support management decision-making.