Group Controller

  • Other
  • Full time
  • Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Finance

KEY PURPOSE OF JOB

The Group Controller is responsible for Group consolidation and financial reporting, ensuring accurate, timely, and US GAAP–compliant results across all subsidiaries.

The role drives consistency in financial reporting, strong SOX compliant internal controls, and adherence to governance frameworks, with a focus on executive reporting.


KEY TASKS

Group Financial Reporting & Consolidation

Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes across the Group

Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP

Manage full Group consolidation, including intercompany eliminations and adjustments

Prepare and present monthly and quarterly reporting packs, including variance analysis and insights


Governance, Controls & Compliance

Establish and maintain SOX-compliant internal control frameworks

Ensure adherence to financial policies, delegated authorities, and governance standards

Conduct internal control reviews and audits, tracking remediation actions

Coordinate and support external audits


Financial Integrity & Operations

Maintain the integrity of the Group general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations

Review and approve provisions, reclassifications, and journal entries

Ensure statutory, regulatory, and tax compliance across all jurisdictions

Oversee payroll governance and compliance across subsidiaries


Strategic & Continuous Improvement

Drive process optimisation and reporting improvements

Support business cases, capital appraisals, and investment decisions

Enhance financial visibility to support executive decision-making


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Qualification:

Accounting degree from a recognized institution

Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an accounting role.

Candidates with more extensive Group reporting or consolidation experience will be strongly preferred.

Proven experience in Group consolidation and multinational environments advantageous.


COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

Advanced Excel skills

Experience preparing financial statements under US GAAP or full IFRS

Strong knowledge of Group consolidations

Strong analytical and problem-solving capability

High attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities

Stakeholder Engagement

Regular interaction with the CFO, internal accounting teams, and shareholder representatives (including their accounting teams)

Ability to communicate financial insights clearly at an executive level


Additional Information

Travel: Minimal (occasional, if required)

Working Hours: 10:00 – 18:00 (aligned to shareholder time zones)