Financial Controller

Overview

• Our client is an engineering, procurement and construction company, operating within the mining, civils and building sectors.  Working alongside their clients from project conception through to operational support, they are a team of hands-on, sleeves rolled up individuals.
• Due to their growing transcontinental client-base and project portfolio an opportunity for a Financial Controller to join their operation in Midrand has become available.  Working together with the Executive Directors, the successful candidate must demonstrate the skill and responsibility to own the books end-to-end: clean monthly records in Xero and Hubdoc, VAT and tax workings that are accurate first time and tax planning that is proactive rather than reactive.  Are you a focused and hardworking numbers-person who enjoys working across various teams and streams looking for a full-time in-office role – then we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting (or equivalent)
• A professional designation: SAIPA, CIMA or SAICA articles completed

Experience

• Minimum of 5 working years in accounting – with at least 2-years running the books end-to-end for an SME
• Working experience in Xero (Xero Advisor certification a plus) and Hubdoc
• Proven VAT201 and Provisional Tax experience – including SARS verifications
• Import & Export exposure: zero-rated exports, customs VAT, forex, etc.
• Advanced MSExcel

Nice To Have

• Experience in mining supply, engineering or trading companies
• Project/job costing for construction
• Registered Tax Practitioner (SAIT or SAIPA)

Key Competencies & Skills Required

• Exceptional analytical and evaluation skill
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to translate finance scenarios and objectives into everyday language
• Excellent listening skill along with strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes
• Integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information

Key Responsibilities

• Daily Bookkeeping – Xero and Hubdoc
• VAT Management – including import and export calculations
• Tax Planning & SARS Compliance
• Management Reporting & Cash Flow
• Trade Finance & Forex