Senior Finance Controller – IFRS Reporting & Budgeting

FNZ; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

FNZ is seeking a seasoned Finance professional to support the full spectrum of the SA finance function, reporting to the Head of Finance. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, governance, and hands-on involvement in monthly cycles and day-to-day processes.

The ideal candidate holds a CA (SA) or equivalent with 5+ years in asset management finance, strong reporting and budgeting experience, and solid IFRS knowledge. ERP experience (D365) and advanced Excel are highly valued.

Qualifications

• CA (SA) or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years' management experience in a finance role in asset management.
• Strong financial reporting and management accounting experience.
• Proven budgeting and forecasting experience.
• Sound knowledge of VAT, Income Tax, IFRS and financial compliance.
• ERP system experience (D365 highly advantageous).
• Advanced level on Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work independently and manage workload to meet deadlines.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance team environment.
• Good verbal and written communication; minutes taking required.
• BEE requirement per SA client.

Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management packs.
• General Ledger Management: Oversee month-end close, GL reconciliations and journal entries.
• Tax and Compliance: Compute statutory taxes and ensure IFRS compliance.
• Auditing: Coordinate with auditors and provide required documentation.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Track KPIs, forecast revenues/costs, support cash flow.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Education

CA (SA) or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

FNZ is seeking a seasoned Finance professional to support the full spectrum of the SA finance function, reporting to the Head of Finance. The role emphasizes accurate reporting, governance, and hands-on involvement in monthly cycles and day-to-day processes.

The ideal candidate holds a CA (SA) or equivalent with 5+ years in asset management finance, strong reporting and budgeting experience, and solid IFRS knowledge. ERP experience (D365) and advanced Excel are highly valued.