About this role
An exceptional opportunity has become available for a commercially astute Regional Financial Controller to join a dynamic and expanding organisation. We are specifically seeking a CA(SA) with proven expertise in South African tax legislation, tax compliance, and tax strategy , combined with strong financial leadership and commercial acumen. This role offers the opportunity to operate at a strategic level, partnering with executive leadership while ensuring the highest standards of governance, compliance, and financial performance across a diverse group of businesses. If you are passionate about navigating complex tax environments, driving compliance, and influencing business strategy through sound financial leadership, this could be your next career move. Key Areas of Responsibility Financial Reporting & Group Consolidation Lead the preparation of annual financial statements and statutory reporting. Manage complex group consolidations across multiple entities. Ensure compliance with IFRS and internal reporting standards. Prepare Board reports, shareholder reporting packs, and executive presentations. Drive high-quality management reporting and financial analysis. Tax, Compliance & Governance Oversee all tax-related matters, including Corporate Income Tax, VAT, PAYE, and statutory compliance. Manage SARS submissions, audits, and regulatory reporting. Maintain robust governance frameworks, internal controls, and financial policies. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best-practice financial governance standards. Strategic Finance & Business Partnering Partner with executive leadership teams to support strategic decision-making. Review business performance and provide commercially focused insights and recommendations. Support acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and funding initiatives. Drive financial performance through robust analysis and operational support. Leadership Lead and develop regional finance teams. Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement. Build strong relationships across finance, operations, and executive leadership teams. Essential Requirements Qualifications ✅ CA(SA) ✅ Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience Experience The successful candidate must demonstrate strong experience in: Group reporting and consolidations IFRS financial reporting Annual financial statement preparation External audit management Financial governance and controls South African tax legislation and compliance Company law and regulatory requirements Strategic financial management and business partnering Stakeholder engagement at Executive and Board level Sage and advanced Microsoft Office Ideal Candidate Profile You are: A strategic finance leader rather than a purely technical tax specialist. Strong in both financial reporting and governance. Comfortable operating at Board and Executive level. Commercially astute with excellent analytical skills. Experienced in complex group structures and multi-entity environments. Able to balance tax, reporting, compliance, and business strategy responsibilities. What's on Offer? ✨ Executive-level exposure ✨ Broad regional finance leadership responsibility ✨ Significant involvement in strategy and business performance ✨ Opportunity to influence governance, reporting, tax, and commercial outcomes ✨ Competitive package of R1.2M – R1.4M CTC Apply now! For more exciting Finance vacancies, please visit: www.networkrecruitmentinternational.com I also specialise in recruiting in the following: Finance, Accounting, Costing, FP&A, CA (SA), SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. For more information, contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monique-du-preez-73869993/ Monique Du Preez Recruitment Consultant Connect with me on LinkedIn!