Senior Financial Controller — Hybrid (IFRS/GAAP)

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Life insurance

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a prominent financial services organization in Centurion, Gauteng, to hire an experienced Financial Controller for a hybrid schedule. You will oversee the accounting function, ensure IFRS/GAAP compliance, and drive accurate financial reporting and control processes.

You will lead the accounting team, coordinate audits, manage budgeting and forecasting, and collaborate with senior management to support strategic decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in accounting/financial management with 3+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and local standards.
• Experience with audits, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, and payroll.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements per IFRS/GAAP.
• Develop policies to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting with department heads.
• Monitor variances and advise on corrective actions.
• Ensure timely tax filing and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Develop and mentor accounting team.
• Support ad-hoc analyses for senior management.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Leadership

Accounting software (SAP/Oracle/Sage)

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CA(SA)/ACCA/CPA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Sage

Job description

Placements24 is partnering with a prominent financial services organization in Centurion, Gauteng, to hire an experienced Financial Controller for a hybrid schedule. You will oversee the accounting function, ensure IFRS/GAAP compliance, and drive accurate financial reporting and control processes.

You will lead the accounting team, coordinate audits, manage budgeting and forecasting, and collaborate with senior management to support strategic decisions in a fast-paced environment.