Senior Financial Controller (JB5765)
Location: Fully Remote for applicants living in South Africa
Time: Aligned to CST - USA (16:00 - 01:00 SA) with reasonable flexibility
Salary: R800 - 1 400 000 per annum TCTC
Employment Type: Permanent via Employer of Record

The Senior Financial Controller plays a pivotal role in managing and elevating the full finance function for a U.S-based organisation. This position leads all core financial operations, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, cash flow oversight, and the strengthening of internal controls. As the primary custodian of financial accuracy and compliance, the role requires deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, exposure to U.S. regulatory environments, and the ability to produce high-quality financial outputs that meet American standards.

Operating fully remotely and closely aligned to Central Standard Time (CST), the Senior Financial Controller collaborates daily with a U.S. finance leadership team. The role is suited to a highly independent, detail-driven professional who can operate confidently in a cross-border environment while bringing structure, insight, and strategic financial stewardship to a growing business.

Required Experience and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional qualification (CA(SA), CIMA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred.
Minimum 5–8 years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or controller role.
Prior experience in the financial services industry is highly advantageous.
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and international financial reporting standards (IFRS).
Must be capable of working independently in a remote, cross-border environment.

Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations: accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
Implement and maintain internal financial controls.
Coordinate with external auditors and tax preparers.
Support compliance with U.S. regulatory and reporting standards (SEC, FINRA, etc., as applicable).
Provide financial analysis and business insights to senior management.
Manage and review vendor contracts and financial implications.
Recommend and implement system and process improvements for scalability.

Please do not apply using Scanned CVs; no supporting documentation is required at this point. This will be requested later.

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