Job Summary
A wealth management company is seeking a highly skilled Financial Controller to oversee and maintain accounting records, financial reporting, and support the Finance function. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a small team while ensuring accurate and timely financial information across multiple entities.Responsibilities
Procurement and Suppliers
Review primary source documents.
Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, budget limits, and Levels of Authority regarding procurement.
Conduct checks on completeness of supporting documentation and inform accountants of discrepancies.
Provide feedback to Financial Manager on issues.
Assist in other areas as required.
2. General Accounting Records and Reconciliations
Review accounting records for material validity, accuracy, and completeness.
Review fixed asset registers and periodic records including balance sheet reconciliations.
Prepare reconciliation schedules for complex accounts and review schedules prepared by bookkeepers.
Ensure intercompany processes are accurate and complete.
Review payroll information and supporting documentation.
Review instructions received from Group entities before implementation.
Provide feedback to Financial Manager on problems.
Assist in other areas as required.
3. Management Information
Review management accounts, budgets, and other reports for accuracy and proper analysis.
Prepare accurate budgets, update forecasts, and maintain supporting schedules on time.
Develop management information reporting templates.
Provide requested management information to executive management.
Assist in other areas as required.
4. Sales Function
Prepare and maintain revenue calculations with supporting documentation.
Verify inputs for system-generated revenue calculations against approved sources (e.g., agreements).
Maintain summaries of Assets Under Management, including movements.
Provide feedback to Financial Manager on issues.
Assist in other areas as required.
5. Treasury and Financial Soundness
Review functions performed by bookkeepers and accountants.
Take ownership of weekly and long-term cash flow preparation.
Prepare calculations to monitor liquidity, cash holdings, CAR, and solvency.
May authorize payments on the banking platform.
Assist in other areas as required.
6. Taxation
Review VAT reconciliations and working papers prepared by accountants.
Escalate unresolved problems to Financial Manager.
Review income tax computations and returns before submission to SARS.
Prepare DWT returns.
Ensure timely payment of all tax types and maintain valid tax clearance.
Assist in other areas as required.
7. Audit and Year-End
Provide auditors and management with required information in a timely manner.
Prepare annual financial statements.
8. Special Projects
Execute and monitor day-to-day project activities.
9. Strategic and Other Areas
Participate in meetings and provide detailed, cluster-level analysis.
Collaborate on policies and strategy development.
Engage in limited negotiation with peers and subordinates.
Present/train peers and subordinates.
Assist in other areas as required.
Requirements
Degree in Accounting or equivalent (BCom or BCompt (Acc)).
Completed articles and 3 years’ experience in bookkeeping/accounting as Accountant II, OR
10 years’ experience in bookkeeping/accounting functions.
Accounting principles and practices
Proficiency in Sage X3, Excel, Outlook, Word
Attention to detail and accuracy
Planning and organizing skills
Ability to follow processes and procedures
Problem analysis and solving
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work under pressure
Methodical and focused
Teamwork and collaboration
Active learner
Benefits
- Salary: Based on experience and qualifications.
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move today
- Apply for this role today, contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: gustav.vogel@hireresolve.us
- Please use "Finance Controller" as your subject line when applying via email
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future
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