Job & Company Descriptions A renowned global company in
the FMCG industry is seeking a skilled
Factory Finance Controller to join their South African factory on a
9-month contract basis. This position plays a key role in
providing comprehensive cost and management accounting services, ensuring the delivery of reliable gross margin, cost, volume, and savings information to support strategic planning, control, and decision-making. Duties: - Key Member of Factory Leadership Team: Provide strategic guidance on budgeting, procurement, statutory compliance, vendor payments, and cost allocations.
- Financial Budget Oversight: Formulate and review the financial budget, assist departments in budget calculation, drive cost-saving initiatives, and consolidate factory budgets for presentation to the Area team.
- Systems and Controls: Ensure compliance with internal controls and the Global Financial Control Framework (GFCF), including SOP formulation and asset verification.
- Month-End and Closing: Oversee factory accounting activities, review balance sheet reconciliations, and prepare monthly reports on factory performance metrics, such as conversion costs, energy use, and capital expenditure.
- Audit Coordination: Manage internal and statutory audits related to factory operations and ensure audit points are resolved.
- Business Partnering: Serve as the financial lead and partner to the Factory Director, providing support to ensure smooth supply chain operations
Qualifications & skills: - Relevant Finance Degree
- CA(SA) or CIMA qualification
- Minimum of 4 years' experience in a multinational organization, preferably in manufacturing
- Experience in inventory management and previous people management experience
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills