Paarl: Financial Controller posted by Joubert & Associates

Biosylx (Pty) Ltd forms part of the Biosylx Group, a leading global supplier of organic ingredients, natural products and superfoods, partnering with key players in the food and beverage, nutrition and cosmetic industries worldwide. The company is deeply committed to sustainability, protecting biodiversity and fostering socio-economic development in the communities it serves.

Biosylx (Pty) Ltd has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, skilled, dynamic Accountant who will be responsible for the end to end accounting and financial management functions across all the South African entities. The incumbent will be responsible for implementing robust controls, compliance excellence and ensuring strategic financial reporting to the local Board and group.

Specific duties include:

• Statutory returns and compliance
• Financial management of the South African entities, including creditors, debtors, payroll and management accounts
• Financial analysis and reporting
• Oversee groups fiscal activity, including treasury, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and auditing
• Ensure timely financial and statistical reports
• Analyse costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results and the companys actual performance compared to the business plan
• Design, implement and maintain robust internal financial controls and procedures
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and legislation
• Tax compliance for all streams
• IT coordination
• Risk management

Requirements:

• Qualified Chartered Accountant
• 3-5 years post-qualification experience with SME practice articles
• Experience in the manufacturing industry will be advantageous
• Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, South African GAAP, and Companies Act requirements
• Self-starter with strong initiative and ability to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• Detail-orientated with commitment to accuracy and quality
• Comfortable working within an international group structure with overseas principles