Work-Force
An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller in Secunda. Suitably qualified candidates from across Mpumalanga are invited to apply.
About the Opportunity
The organisation is investing in its Secunda operation, and this Financial Controller position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the finance jobs function and contribute to the wider Mpumalanga business.
In addition, the successful applicant is given the room to plan, deliver and review their work without unnecessary noise. The organisation has built its Secunda team on trust, and the Financial Controller role will feel that from week one.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Financial Controller is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Mpumalanga is consistently high and consistently fair.
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.
About Secunda
Working in Secunda means a place within the Highveld coal corridor, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Mpumalanga region, and the Secunda 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 Secunda.
If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Secunda, Mpumalanga.
Many candidates already living within reach of Secunda cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Mpumalanga economy.
Why Join Us
In addition, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in finance jobs from your base in Secunda. Many colleagues across Mpumalanga have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.
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 Mpumalanga.
Importantly, 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 Secunda keep progressing.
Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Secunda teams.
Your Workplace
Importantly, 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 Secunda site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Crucially, 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.
A respectful, professional environment is the standard in Mpumalanga. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.
Your Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the finance jobs side of the business inside out. The Secunda group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
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.
In addition, the team mix in Secunda reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Review expense claims against company policy and approval limits
- Monitor debtors’ age analysis and follow up on overdue accounts
- Process payment runs and resolve supplier queries timeously
- Maintain accurate general ledger entries and trial balance integrity
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
- Capture supplier invoices, journals and bank transactions accurately
Who We’re Looking For
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
- Awareness of B-BBEE financial reporting requirements
- B.Com or National Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related field
- Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines under pressure
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Experience supporting external audits is an advantage
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.