Finance Controller

About the position

Financial Controller
Lead the Financial Strategy for a Major US Utilities Group Remote Role Based in South Africa
Accounting & Finance | R65,000 - R80,000/month | Remote (South Africa) | US Working Hours (PST)

About Our Client
Our client is a well-established US-based infrastructure and utilities group operating through several key subsidiaries across pipeline, excavation, and traffic management services. Known for their commitment to innovation, safety, and service delivery, they are seeking a Finance Controller in South Africa to join their remote team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute at a strategic level, working closely with senior leadership while supporting long-term growth and financial integrity.

The Role: Finance Controller
As the Finance Controller, you will lead the full finance function across all business entities, driving accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial operations. You will be a trusted strategic partner to the CFO, responsible for reporting, budgeting, audits, and team leadership. This is a hands-on leadership role for a commercially astute finance professional ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, remote working environment aligned to US time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 7 years experience in finance/accounting, including 3+ years in a leadership role
• Lead, mentor, and manage a remote accounting team across AP, AR, payroll, and GL functions
• Prepare and deliver accurate financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annually)
• Oversee compliance, audits, tax filings, and maintain robust internal controls
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
• Monitor cash flow and capital needs to support business growth
• Provide financial analysis and modeling to support strategic decisions
• Support M&A, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration
• Identify financial risks, drive cost-efficiencies, and improve operational processes

About You

• Minimum 7 years' finance experience, with 3+ years in a senior or leadership role
• CPA qualified (essential), with a Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and regulatory compliance
• Experience with financial planning, analysis, reporting, and team leadership
• Strong ERP experience (e.g., Sage, NetSuite) and advanced Excel proficiency
• Experience in the construction or utilities sector preferred
• Clear communicator who can simplify financial insights for non-finance stakeholders
• Highly organized, detail-driven, and able to thrive in a remote, deadline-driven environment

Desired Skills:

• Finance
• Accounting
• Management
• Leadership
• AP
• AR
• Payroll
• GL Functions
• Financial Statements
• Compliance
• Audits
• Tax
• Financial Planning
• Cash Flow
• Capital
• Financial Analysis
• CPA
• GAAP
• Sage
• NetSuite
• Advanced Excel

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree