Financial Controller

Financial Controller Cape Town Waterfront Our commercial client is looking for a Financial Controller from the FMCG / RETAIL industry to operational efficiency, and compliance across multiple stores while partnering with operations to drive profitability. You will Analyze profitability (sales, costs, labor, overheads). MUST HAVE RETAIL OR FMCG EXPERIENCE - NON NEGOTIABLE Salary Up to R 70 000 plus – Hybrid role (1-2 days at home) Early flexi working hours for trafficMinimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree in accounting or financeCompleted SAICA Articles / SAIPA or CIMA2-3 years post-articles/ saipa/ cima experience – negotiableMUST HAVE RETAIL OR FMCG EXPERIENCE - NON NEGOTIABLE Strong knowledge of SARS complianceAdvanced Microsoft Excel skillsExperience with accounting systems (Pastel, Sage, Xero, etc.)ResponsibilitiesPrepare and present monthly financial results per store and consolidated groupAnalyze profitability (sales, costs, labor, overheads)Monitor key cost drivers including labor, and expensesEnsure accurate daily sales reconciliation and cash control processesEnsure SARS compliance (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax)Oversee audit readiness and internal controlsDevelop and maintain SOPs for finance and store processesDesign and enhance financial and operational reportingMonitor cash flow and working capital across storesApply online FROGG Recruitment