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Financial Controller in FMCG

  • Pretoria
  • Salary: Market Related
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Sectors: Finance
  • Reference: JHB002911/Sam

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Employer: Bright Placements

Financial ControllerLocation: Pretoria Reporting To: Financial Director Employment Type: Permanent Salary: Market-related, based on qualifications and experienceJob OverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Financial Controller to join our fast-paced paste industry operation. The successful candidate will report directly to the Financial Director and will be responsible for assisting with financial administration, reporting, reconciliations, budgeting support, and ensuring overall financial accuracy and compliance within the business.The ideal candidate must be able to work accurately under pressure, possess excellent coordination and management skills, and demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Minimum Requirements-Relevant BCom Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field-Must be a qualified CA (SA)-2–3 years’ experience in a similar Financial Controller or accounting-related role-Strong Microsoft Office skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel-Strong numerical and analytical skills-Excellent attention to detail and accuracy-Strong organisational, coordination, and time-management abilities-Ability to work independently and within a team environment-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills-Afrikaans-speaking (essential)-Male or female candidates welcomeKey Responsibilities (variable and not limited to)-Assist with the preparation and management of financial reports-Process and review financial transactions accurately and timeously-Assist with monthly management accounts and reporting-Prepare bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring-Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes-Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures-Support audits and provide required financial documentation-Coordinate with various departments regarding financial information and reporting-Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems-Assist the Financial Manager with daily financial operations and a...
Financial Controller
Location: Pretoria Reporting To: Financial Director Employment Type: Permanent Salary: Market-related, based on qualifications and experience
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Financial Controller to join our fast-paced paste industry operation. The successful candidate will report directly to the Financial Director and will be responsible for assisting with financial administration, reporting, reconciliations, budgeting support, and ensuring overall financial accuracy and compliance within the business.
The ideal candidate must be able to work accurately under pressure, possess excellent coordination and management skills, and demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Minimum Requirements
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Relevant BCom Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
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Must be a qualified CA (SA)
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2–3 years’ experience in a similar Financial Controller or accounting-related role
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Strong Microsoft Office skills, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
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Strong numerical and analytical skills
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
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Strong organisational, coordination, and time-management abilities
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Ability to work independently and within a team environment
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Afrikaans-speaking (essential)
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Male or female candidates welcome
Key Responsibilities (variable and not limited to)
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Assist with the preparation and management of financial reports
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Process and review financial transactions accurately and timeously
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Assist with monthly management accounts and reporting
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Prepare bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring
-
Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
-
Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
-
Support audits and provide required financial documentation
-
Coordinate with various departments regarding financial information and reporting
-
Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems
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Assist the Financial Manager with daily financial operations and ad hoc duties
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Identify discrepancies and resolve financial inconsistencies promptly
Key Competencies and Skills
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High level of attention to detail
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Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
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Excellent coordination and administrative abilities
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
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Strong work ethic and professional integrity
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Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment
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Strong communication and reporting skills
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Confidentiality and professionalism when handling financial information
Advantageous
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Experience within a manufacturing, production, FMCG, or paste-related industry environment will be advantageous
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Experience working on Financial, accounting or ERP systems

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