Financial Controller

The organisation is recruiting a Financial Controller for its Worcester operation. The role forms part of a wider finance jobs portfolio across Western Cape.

Overview

On top of that, the organisation is investing in its Worcester operation, and this Financial Controller position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the finance jobs function and contribute to the wider Western Cape business.

On top of that, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Financial Controller taking on this position.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Financial Controller to step into the finance jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the finance jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Worcester much easier.

Your Workplace

Notably, the environment is structured and deadline-driven, with peaks around month-end, year-end and audit cycles. The wider team is collaborative, but focused work is the norm.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Worcester site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Western Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Notably, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Growing With Us

This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the finance jobs team in Worcester have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Worcester team member.

Notably, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Worcester have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Western Cape.

Your Team

You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the finance jobs side of the business inside out. The Worcester group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

Beyond that, the team mix in Worcester reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

About Worcester

Working in Worcester means a place close to the Stellenbosch agricultural belt, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Western Cape region, and the Worcester office benefits from those long-standing connections.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Worcester.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Worcester, Western Cape.

Many candidates already living within reach of Worcester cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Western Cape economy.

Why Join Us

Notably, you will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Worcester colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the finance jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.

Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Western Cape.

In addition, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Worcester keep progressing.

Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Worcester teams.

Daily Duties

• Compile cash-flow forecasts and variance commentary for management
• Process payment runs and resolve supplier queries timeously
• Review expense claims against company policy and approval limits
• Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
• Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation
• Maintain accurate general ledger entries and trial balance integrity
• Support the year-end audit by preparing requested working papers
• Liaise with external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies

What You’ll Need

• Clear credit and criminal record
• B.Com or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
• Understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties
• Hands-on experience with Sage, Pastel, SAP or Xero

Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.