Financial Controller

SUMMARY:
Location: Claremont, Cape Town

About our client:
Join a highly successful family-owned organization that boasts a diverse portfolio of service businesses. The company fosters a culture of excellence, focused on continuous improvement without the constraints often found in larger corporate environments. They believe in effectively growing the businesses year on year, and are looking for someone who shares this vision.

Opportunity overview:
Experienced Financial Manager to work closely with the Financial Director. Focus is on the timely preparation of high-quality financial information and supporting the growth and development of the Finance team. This role is ideal for a mature candidate, with relevant experience who adds value to the team and clients in a fulfilling workplace where contributions are genuinely appreciated.

POSITION INFO:
Key responsibilities:

• Manage a dedicated team of three who are responsible for day-to-day financial processes, including cash book entries, payments, creditors, and debtors
• Conduct journal entries, VAT and general ledger/payroll system reconciliations
• Prepare management accounts, analyse financial data, and present findings to the directors
• Review and approve payments
• Manage the insurance and vehicle licensing portfolio
• Ensure compliance with CIPC and other statutory submissions
• Prepare Annual Financial Statements (AFS) and lead the annual audit process

• 10+ years of relevant accounting experience
• High proficiency in computer literacy, especially in Excel
• Knowledge of Sage Evolution is highly advantageous
• Commitment to core values such as honesty and loyalty
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for your work
• Comfortable representing Financial Director in their absence / when traveling