Senior Finance Generalist - Controlling & Business Partner

Louis Dreyfus Company; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A global agricultural firm is seeking a Senior Finance Generalist in Johannesburg to support finance operations and serve as a key financial partner. You will manage financial controlling, lead the monthly close process, and provide essential insights to enhance decision-making. Ideal candidates will have at least 7 years of experience, a degree in finance or accounting, and mastery of IFRS. The company offers competitive salary, hybrid work options, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid work options

Pension contributions

Access to Training and Development

Access to Concierge Partnerships

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years working experience.
• Experience in audit, preferably in a multinational.
• Deep, practical knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• High attention to detail in financial tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support across all finance activities.
• Act as primary back-up for the Chief Accountant.
• Lead the monthly close process ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze financial results and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Financial Reporting Mastery

Analytical Rigor

Advanced Excel Skills

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

SAP

Power BI

OneStream

Job description

A global agricultural firm is seeking a Senior Finance Generalist in Johannesburg to support finance operations and serve as a key financial partner. You will manage financial controlling, lead the monthly close process, and provide essential insights to enhance decision-making. Ideal candidates will have at least 7 years of experience, a degree in finance or accounting, and mastery of IFRS. The company offers competitive salary, hybrid work options, and career development opportunities.