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An opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller in Brits. Suitably qualified candidates from across North West are invited to apply.
About the Opportunity
This Financial Controller role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Brits. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the finance jobs pipeline across North West.
Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Brits team.
The role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Brits also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.
Where You’ll Work
Equally, 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 Brits site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
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.
Why Join Us
Equally, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this finance jobs role in Brits; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for North West.
Notably, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Crucially, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Based in Brits
Working in Brits means a place near the Hartbeespoort tourism node, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the North West region, and the Brits office benefits from those long-standing connections.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Brits, North West.
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 Brits.
Your Role
- Liaise with external auditors, banks and regulatory bodies
- Review expense claims against company policy and approval limits
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions
- Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation
- Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risk
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting schedules
Minimum Requirements
- Hands-on experience with Sage, Pastel, SAP or Xero
- Understanding of internal controls and segregation of duties
- 2-4 years’ experience in a similar finance role
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.