Shared Service Controller

1 week ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Communicate Ct Full time R900 000 - R1 200 000 per year
We have an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who excels in a centralized finance environment and values strong operational collaboration. If you're driven by system enhancement, process improvement, and leading motivated teams, this role gives you the space to create real, measurable impact. Join an organization where innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement are core to the finance culture.

Job Description:
Provide leadership across central treasury, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions
Build strong relationships with key operational stakeholders to ensure smooth financial workflows
Deliver clear financial guidance and communicate insights effectively to both finance and operations teams
Lead, coach, and develop a Shared Services team, identifying talent and enhancing individual capability
Oversee credit control and debtor management, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely collections
Manage purchasing and creditor processes, ensuring compliant, streamlined, and reliable operations
Oversee cashbook and cashflow management to support sound liquidity decisions
Review, strengthen, and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate reporting
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operations, focusing on system optimization and workflow redesign
Lead the creation, evolution, and implementation of standardized operating procedures (SOPs) within AR, AP, and Treasury
Identify automation opportunities and manage system enhancement projects in partnership with IT and external vendors
Support change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new processes and technologies
Champion a quality-driven culture focused on efficiency, accuracy, and service delivery

Skills & Experience:
Strong, hands-on experience leading Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
Proven experience developing and implementing SOPs within finance environments
Demonstrated ability to drive automation, digital transformation, or system improvements within Shared Services
Project management experience, particularly with technology-driven initiatives
Experience managing HR-related matters, delegation, and performance development
Solid understanding of operations and service delivery environments
Strong leadership abilities with proven staff management experience

Qualification:
Tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting

Contact BRITNEY HATTINGH on , quoting the Ref: CTF021868.

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