Financial Controller

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An exciting opportunity has become available for a skilled and detail-oriented Financial Controller to join a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for a finance professional who thrives on accuracy, analysis, and driving financial performance, particularly within stock-intensive operations.

You will play a critical role in overseeing financial and stock reporting processes, ensuring alignment across systems, and providing key insights to support strategic decision-making.

This role is based in Isando, Johannesburg East.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Stock & Inventory Reporting:
  • Manage and process stock-related journal entries and adjustments
  • Ensure alignment between inventory systems and accounting records
  • Participate in monthly stock takes and support variance analysis
  • Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and valuation issues
  • Maintain accurate costing of inventory and resolve pricing inconsistencies
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis:
  • Oversee monthly management accounts with a focus on product performance
  • Analyse gross profit margins and financial trends
  • Prepare monthly working capital and labour cost calculations
  • Manage rebate calculations, claims, and distribution allowances
  • Assist with budgeting processes and financial planning
  • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and support audit requirements
  • Operational & Commercial Support:
  • Review and approve pricing, product listings, and trading terms
  • Liaise with suppliers to resolve financial and pricing queries
  • Conduct daily sales and pricing analysis
  • Support internal teams with financial insights and reporting needs
  • Maintain and update key financial documentation and agreements

Job Experience and Skills Required:

  • Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
  • 58 years experience in a similar Financial Controller role
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles
  • Advanced Excel and accounting systems proficiency

Apply now!

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