Senior Financial Controller

Senior Financial Controller – MediRite (SHO241213-14)

Closing Date: 17 January 2025
Reference Number: SHO241213-14
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Stikland, Western Cape, South Africa


Purpose of the Job

The Senior Financial Controller will oversee the development and implementation of robust financial policies and controls to ensure compliance with group procedures and external regulations. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet strict deadlines. The individual will engage with accounting teams, group finance, and external auditors, ensuring the pharmacy segment achieves accurate and efficient financial reporting.


Job Objectives

  1. Statutory Compliance and Reporting:
    • Drive the annual statutory process, including financial statements, tax, and external audits.
    • Liaise with internal teams on IFRS, AFS, consolidation, tax, insurance, and regulatory filings.
    • Manage and enforce reporting deadlines for the pharmacy segment.
  2. Internal Controls and Policies:
    • Develop, implement, and maintain internal financial controls.
    • Review accounts, balances, and reporting packs to ensure compliance with IFRS and regulations.
    • Enforce adherence to group approval frameworks.
  3. Risk Management and Compliance:
    • Lead risk management initiatives and liaise with stakeholders, including group risk, IT, HR, and operations.
  4. Tax and VAT Responsibilities:
    • Perform VAT calculations and manage submissions to SARS.
  5. ERP and Reporting Enhancements:
    • Drive ERP capability development and enhance reporting functions.
    • Assist with process improvements for AR, AP, inventory, asset accounting, bank, and payroll submodules.
  6. Strategic Financial Planning:
    • Assist the financial manager with balance sheet structure, tax planning, and cash flow forecasting.
  7. Operational Finance and Month-End Close:
    • Ensure structured and efficient month-end close processes.
    • Handle operational finance needs and support the financial manager.

Qualifications

Essential:

  • Grade 12
  • BComm Financial Accounting Degree
  • Completion of Accounting Articles
  • Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Experience

Essential:

  • Minimum of 2 years of financial or management experience in an accountant or similar role.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Regulatory Expertise: Strong knowledge of IFRS, VAT, and tax legislation.
  • Technical Proficiency: Advanced Microsoft Office 365 skills, particularly Excel; experience with SAP and BPC is advantageous.
  • Communication Skills: Effective interpersonal skills for engaging with stakeholders.
  • Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex financial data with attention to detail.
  • Project Management: Capable of managing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive financial information securely.

This role is suited for a highly skilled and detail-oriented individual ready to take ownership of financial controls, compliance, and reporting in a dynamic environment. The Senior Financial Controller plays a pivotal role in driving financial accuracy and operational excellence for MediRite’s pharmacy segment.

 

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