Job Description

Job Summary
Finance Controller
Work: Fully remote from South Africa for a US company
Salary: +-R100K CTC p.m. (negotiable depending on experience)
Hours: To start with Eastern Standard Time during the probation period, thereafter normal South African working hours will apply.
Our client is a dynamic real estate development and investment firm. operating since 2010. Their diverse portfolio includes real estate development, early childhood education centers, property management, and strategic investments.
Position Summary
We seek an experienced Controller to oversee all financial aspects of our multi-entity organization. Working closely with the managing partner and operations manager, this role focuses on financial strategy, reporting, analysis, and optimization across our portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring sophisticated financial expertise to help drive our continued growth while maintaining strong controls and reporting systems.
Core Financial Responsibilities

• Direct all accounting operations, including month-end close, financial statements, and consolidated reporting

• Manage cash flow across multiple entities and maintain relationships with financial institutions

• Create detailed financial models for new investments and acquisitions

• Develop and monitor KPIs for each business unit

• Oversee annual budgeting process and provide variance analysis

• Structure and analyze potential joint ventures and new business opportunities

• Maintain tax planning strategies and manage relationships with external accountants

• Implement and maintain internal controls and financial procedures

• Provide strategic financial input on development projects and new business opportunities

• Manage debt compliance and reporting requirements

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions

Financial Analysis & Planning

• Create sophisticated financial models for development projects and acquisitions

• Analyze potential investment opportunities and prepare investment memoranda

• Develop cash flow projections and funding strategies

• Structure complex real estate and business transactions

• Evaluate and optimize capital structure across the portfolio

• Analyze and improve portfolio performance metrics

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting

• 10+ Years of progressive financial management experience with at least 8 yrs in the real estate industry

• Strong background in real estate finance and investment analysis

• Extensive experience with financial modeling and deal structuring

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools

• Expert knowledge of real estate accounting principles

• Experience with QuickBooks and property management software (AppFolio experience a plus)

• Understanding of partnership and real estate tax principles

Technical Skills

• Advanced financial modeling and valuation techniques

• Real estate pro forma analysis

• Partnership and joint venture structuring

• Cash flow forecasting and management

• Debt and equity financing analysis

• Tax planning and compliance

• Financial controls and systems implementation

• Experience with construction draw processes and development budgets

Professional Qualities

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• High degree of professionalism and integrity

• Comfort with complex financial structures

• Ability to translate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Opportunity to shape the financial strategy of a growing organization

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant financial experience and expertise.
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