Financial Controller

Job Description

Deliver Best-in-Class Financial Reporting

▪ Deliver accurate, timely, and IFRS-compliant monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements that support executive decision-making, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder confidence.

Drive an Efficient Financial Close Process

▪ Lead a disciplined financial close process that consistently meets agreed reporting timelines while improving speed, accuracy, and cross-functional collaboration.

Strengthen Financial Governance & Internal Controls

▪ Maintain a robust internal control environment that safeguards organisational assets, minimises financial risk, and promotes a culture of accountability and financial discipline.

Ensure Regulatory & Audit Excellence

▪ Achieve full compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements while delivering successful internal and external audit outcomes with minimal findings.

Optimise Finance Systems & Automation

▪ Maximise the effectiveness of financial systems and finance technologies by driving automation, improving data integrity, and reducing manual processes across the finance function.

Build a High-Performing Financial Control Team

▪ Develop a capable, engaged, and high-performing team through effective leadership, performance management, coaching, and succession planning.

Provide Strategic Financial Insight

▪ Deliver actionable financial analysis and business insights that support commercial decision-making, capital investments, operational improvements, and sustainable business growth.

Champion Continuous Improvement

▪ Continuously enhance financial processes, reporting standards, and governance practices to improve efficiency, scalability, and operational excellence across the organisation.

Qualifications

Education 
 ▪ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. 
 
Professional Certification 
 ▪ Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification) or FMCG/Corporate 
Finance specialties are a distinct added advantage.  
 
Experience Profile 
 ▪ Minimum of 10 years' progressive experience in finance, financial reporting, or corporate 
accounting within a structured organization. 
▪ At least 5 years' experience leading a Financial Control or Financial Reporting function. 
▪ Experience within Retail, FMCG, Manufacturing, or Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) 
industries is highly preferred. 
▪ Prior experience in a Big Four Audit/Assurance firm will be an added advantage.

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