ZAF - Controller / Senior Finance Manager

HireTidal; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 612,944 - 712,340; Full time

Job summary

A remote recruitment agency is seeking a Controller / Senior Finance Manager to oversee financial reporting and support established brands in the consumer goods sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, with at least 7 years of finance experience and a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. This position includes responsibilities such as cash flow oversight, auditing, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure financial accuracy. This position is remote and requires full-time commitment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of freelancing experience.
• 7+ years of accounting or finance experience.
• Strong understanding of DTC, marketplace, and wholesale revenue models.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reporting.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal English communication

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Independent, detail-oriented, and systems-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CPA-equivalent certification

MBA in Finance or Business

Tools

NetSuite

Shopify

Advanced Excel

Google Workspace

Job description

About the job ZAF - Controller / Senior Finance Manager

Job Title

Controller / Senior Finance Manager

Contractor Fee

$3,330-$3,870/month (USD)

Work Arrangement

Remote

Engagement Type

Independent Contractor

Commitment

Full-time (Approx. 40 hours/week)

Company Overview

Tidal is a Direct Placement Agency that helps job seekers find job opportunities for real growth. We work with stable, responsible businesses experienced in remote hires and are excited to welcome international team members. Tidal is owned and operated by consumer brand owners and operators. We have experience in offshore team-building and aim to help businesses leverage global talent.

About This Role

We're hiring a Controller or Senior Finance Manager to support established 8- to 9-figure direct-to-consumer brands across apparel, CPG, home, pet, and consumer goods industries. This role bridges accounting and executive finance leadership by owning financial reporting, revenue and inventory accounting, cash flow oversight, and audit coordination. You will partner closely with leadership, eCommerce, merchandising, and operations teams to ensure financial accuracy, inventory discipline, and scalable processes as the business grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reporting
• Ensure proper accounting across revenue, returns, chargebacks, and payment processors
• Manage cash flow forecasting and balance sheet reconciliations
• Oversee revenue recognition across DTC, marketplace, and wholesale channels
• Reconcile data between eCommerce platforms, payment gateways, and fulfillment partners
• Lead inventory accounting, reserves, landed cost tracking, and margin analysis
• Maintain internal controls and support audit and tax coordination
• Improve ERP workflows, reporting accuracy, and financial automation
• Partner cross-functionally with operations and leadership on financial strategy

Software/Platforms/Tools

• ERP systems such as NetSuite, Apparel Magic, or comparable platforms
• Shopify and other eCommerce platforms
• Advanced Excel or Google Sheets
• Accounting and reporting systems
• Payment gateways and marketplace dashboards
• Google Workspace and Slack

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of freelancing experience.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication (C1 or C2 level)
• 7+ years of accounting or finance experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA or CPA-equivalent certification preferred
• MBA in Finance or Business preferred
• Strong understanding of DTC, marketplace, and wholesale revenue models
• Deep knowledge of inventory and cost accounting
• Experience supporting US or EU-based companies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Independent, detail-oriented, and systems-driven

Shift Schedule

• Monday to Friday, with required overlap during U.S. business hours