Business Controller – Sub-Saharan Africa

• Provide clear and consistent financial direction aligned with the 3-year strategic roadmap.
• Offer deep financial insights and guidance to support strategic initiatives and business expansion.
• Maintain transparency of financial data through robust reporting and analysis.
• Support the development and implementation of the full potential plan by guarding templates and enabling transparency.

• Drive modernization and optimization of finance structures for increased efficiency.
• Develop and implement tools and training to increase financial awareness across teams.
• Lead financial awareness programs at all levels of the organization.
• Identify and solve operational challenges in new markets across Sub-Saharan Africa.

• Inspire and coach the Business Control team to high performance and value-driven leadership.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, speed, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Promote leadership development and ensure employees reach their full potential.
• Support talent identification and succession planning across finance and other departments.

• Act as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment and collaboration.
• Communicate the ASR vision clearly to the finance team and other departments.
• Prioritize and execute initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
• Maintain a strong customer and stakeholder focus throughout all financial operations.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric Certificate Essential
• Masters Degree in Finance, Engineering, IT, or equivalent through experience
• Minimum 5 years experience in a similar Business Controller or Financial Leadership role within the engineering sector
• Valid Drivers License Essential
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Proven track record of driving cultural and operational change
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment is advantageous