(Senior) Financial Controller

Haskoning; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 6,204,000 - 8,880,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Well-being focus

Development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Haskoning is seeking a Senior Financial Controller to lead financial control, reporting and compliance for its South Africa operations. You will partner with local and international finance teams, guiding closing activities and ensuring governance and cash management excellence.

You will integrate Oracle Fusion, enhance processes and drive informed financial decision-making with a pragmatic, commercially minded approach.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance or Accounting.
• Professional qualification such as CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA or equivalent.
• At least five to seven years of progressive experience in financial control or finance management.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting and internal controls.
• Experience in an international or matrix organisation with stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing with IFRS alignment.
• Oversee tax, statutory and governance obligations, liaising with auditors and regulators.
• Partner with management on performance, forecasting and working capital decisions.
• Coordinate treasury, cash management, liquidity planning and banking relationships.
• Drive Oracle Fusion implementation and improvements in finance processes.

Education

University degree in Finance or Accounting

CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA or equivalent

Tools

AWB

Oracle Fusion

ERP systems

Job description

Join us in shaping and professionalising our growing South African organisation. As Financial Controller South Africa, you will take ownership of financial control, compliance, governance and treasury while playing a key role in further embedding Oracle Fusion across the business. This is a highly visible position with significant autonomy and direct exposure to both local leadership and Haskoning's international finance organisation.

What you will do as Senior Financial Controller

As Financial Controller, you will oversee the financial management, reporting and statutory compliance of our South African operations. You will safeguard the financial integrity of the local organisation while acting as a trusted finance partner to local management and our international finance teams.

Your responsibilities include:

• Lead month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing, ensuring accurate and timely reporting in line with IFRS and Group requirements.
• Manage South African tax, statutory and governance obligations, working with auditors, advisors, banks and regulatory authorities.
• Partner with local management and project managers on performance, profitability, forecasting, working capital and financial decision-making.
• Coordinate local treasury and cash management activities, including liquidity planning, cash flow forecasting and banking relationships.
• Drive the implementation and optimisation of Oracle Fusion while improving finance processes, controls, automation and reporting quality.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world.

We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonisation of industry, and sustainable mobility.

As our new Financial Controller South Africa, you will become part of our international finance organisation. You will be based in one of our South African offices and report to the Director International Finance, Tax & Compliance.

Approximately 80 Haskoning employees currently work in South Africa. You will collaborate with local management and colleagues across Finance, Tax, Treasury, Legal, HR and Global Mobility. This gives you the opportunity to influence both the day-to-day financial operation and the continued growth and professionalisation of our South African organisation.

What you bring

You are an experienced finance professional who works confidently and independently in an international environment. You combine strong technical knowledge with a pragmatic and commercially minded approach. You can move between detailed financial matters and broader business priorities, building trusted relationships with local and international stakeholders.

You also bring:

• A university degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline, preferably combined with a professional qualification such as CA(SA), CIMA, ACCA or equivalent.
• At least five to seven years of progressive experience in financial control, accounting or finance management.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, internal controls and South African tax and statutory requirements.
• Experience working in an international or matrix organisation, with proven business-partnering and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems; experience with AWB and Oracle Fusion is an advantage.

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

What we offer:

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary (between ZAR 517.000 and ZAR 740.000 gross per month) with annual increases.
• Prioritisation of your well-being: by offering flexibility, support and a strong sense of community to ensure work and personal life go hand in hand.
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment where people come first, diversity is embraced, team spirit is high, and everyone is approachable. And with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.