DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Controller - Line Of Business Finance Director to join our team specializing in Finance for our Finance Organization across Africa, Middle East and Central Asia based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways :

• Ensure Consistent Accounting Practices: Work with the Business Segment Controller to apply and maintain consistent accounting practices across the business unit, line of business, or regional distribution organization.
• Lead Financial Planning and Analysis: Direct the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and forecast processes, and drive strategic financial analysis to support business decisions.
• Strengthen Financial Controls: Ensure a robust control environment across key business cycles, and oversee compliance with GAAP, internal controls, statutory, and tax requirements.
• Drive Business Performance: Analyze business results, identify root causes, and prepare actionable recommendations to improve financial performance and drive profitable growth.
• Support Capital Management: Lead financial analysis on capital projects and manage the overall capital management process to optimize investments and returns.
• Enhance Reporting and Compliance: Oversee monthly and quarterly financial reporting, and ensure compliance with Securities and Exchange Commission reporting requirements and other regulatory obligations.
• Develop Finance Talent: Coach and mentor direct reports, drive finance succession planning, and ensure the finance function is structured to meet the needs of the business unit or regional organization.
• Foster Collaboration and Visibility: Promote best practice sharing and optimization across global finance teams, ensure visibility and leadership across all sites, and maintain open communication to address issues proactively.

• Strong Business Partnering Skills: Collaborate effectively with stakeholders, develop partnerships to drive performance, and influence decision-making by demonstrating a deep understanding of the business.
• Expertise in Financial Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, opportunities, and risks. Provide insights to stakeholders to drive business improvements and ensure the integrity of financial data.
• Proficiency in Financial Planning and Forecasting: Utilize financial forecast data to provide accurate projections, analyze trends, and validate assumptions to align forecasts with organizational goals and strategies.
• Risk Management and Opportunity Capitalization: Evaluate the business environment to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategies.

• College, university, or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
• Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification required.
• Significant experience required, including strategy, managerial and budgetary experience in a large manufacturing or distribution center environment.