Group Financial Controller

Job Title : Group Financial Controller

Location : Cape Town / Stellenbosch 2 October 2025

Purpose of Role

Reporting to the CFO (based in the UK), the role will take on full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Finance Accounting function, leading a team of 6 people.

The Group Financial Controller is a key leadership role within the wider Finance function and business, responsible for overseeing accurate and timely group-level financial reporting, controls, and compliance. The role also plays a crucial part in supporting strategic decision making by providing clear and accurate financial insights and analysis to senior leadership.

Key Role Responsibilities

• Manage and develop experienced team of 6 people (based in the UK)
• Lead all accounting areas, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Inventory, Treasury & General Ledger
• Processing of general ledger transactions, including accruals and prepayments
• Preparation of monthly consolidated management accounts within timelines
• Monitor cash flow, working capital and liquidity, highlighting risks and opportunities
• Manage banking relationship and assist with quarterly bank audits on ABL facility
• Maintaining Fixed Asset register
• Manage the statutory year-end (30 June) audit process and act as the main point of contact for external auditors
• Provide timely consolidation package for shareholders (half year and year-end)
• Prepare annual group consolidated IFRS financial statements, including subsidiary accounts within timelines
• Oversee group tax compliance by working closely with external tax advisors
• Ensure timely compliance with all statutory, tax, and regulatory filings across jurisdictions, including VAT
• Play a key role in budgeting process in compiling Balance Sheet, P&L and Cash Flow forecasts
• Provide business support to wider organization and build strong internal relationships
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, controls, and accounting standards
• Provide adhoc financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making
• Assist and drive key areas of the business annual insurance renewal process
• Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and high performance
• Assist and drive key areas of the business annual Insurance renewal
• Support the CFO with board reporting packs and investor materials.

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