Financial Controller

Johannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

Company Description

-At De Beers Group our purpose is to Make Life Brilliant.

To deliver on the Origins Strategy it is fundamentally important to streamline and re-organise our business for the long term and create sustainable value for all our stakeholders. This entails continuous emphasis on achieving zero harm, a reduced and challenging operational footprint, execution of mine closure and rehabilitation activities, management of stakeholder expectations and on-going macroeconomic challenges. This while the future of mining is being reshaped by external factors together with continuous innovation in technology, automation and digitalization. These trends underpin the importance of value and major capital investments that will differentiate the future of De Beers Group.





-Purpose of the Role

The Financial Controller oversees the Corporate financial accounting reporting, performance and business planning reporting. Leads the development and maintenance of standardised and optimised accounting processes and systems for cyclical and tax submissions. The role is central to technical accounting, governance, risk management, treasury and audits in supporting the delivery of the Origins Strategy and sustainable value creation.


Key Responsibilities



Financial Reporting & Governance



Lead preparation and submission of monthly, interim, and annual financial statements and AFC reporting packs. Ensure compliance with IFRS, Companies Act, and other regulatory requirements. Manage external audit relationships and oversee ICFR and compliance processes. Drive continuous improvement in financial systems (SAP, AFC) and reporting processes. Coordinate tax submissions and dividend declarations in collaboration with Group Tax.

Performance Reporting & Business Planning



Lead month-end, forecast, and business plan processes. Provide analysis and recommendations for executive decision-making. Prepare Investment Committee and Board documents. Oversee performance reporting and interface with Anglo Group Finance functions.

Treasury & Risk Management



Support funding arrangements and ensure integration into forecasts and plans. Drive working capital and capital efficiency improvements. Lead risk management processes and follow up on ABAS findings. Manage insurance portfolio and claims administration.

People & Teams



Build a high-performing, inclusive team culture aligned with company values. Lead and develop a team of financial professionals. Engage in dispute resolution and incident investigations as required.

Qualifications

-Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance. Postgraduate qualification such as Chartered Accountant (CA) - highly advantageous.

Experience

:


Minimum of 5 years in a similar role within a complex operational environment. 4-6 years of experience managing finance teams, including accountants and senior accountants. Prior experience in the mining industry - advantageous. Advanced expertise in financial reporting, consolidation, and capital management. Strong working knowledge of IFRS, tax management, and financial systems such as SAP, AFC, and OneStream. Proven ability to lead effectively in dynamic, ambiguous, and evolving business contexts.

Additional Information

-Values

Put Safety First

- We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.


Be Passionate

- We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.


Pull Together

- Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.


Build Trust

- We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourish


Show we Care

- The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.


Shape the Future

- We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.


Additional information



Who we are:



Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the world's leading diamond company with unrivalled expertise in the exploration, mining, sorting, valuing, selling and marketing of diamonds. Together with our joint venture partners, we operate in more than 20 countries across six continents.


We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant - for our people, our customers and the world around us.


We build partnerships and connect with our people and their communities to make a positive contribution to the wider world. We're constantly developing new ways to make an impact and build a beneficial legacy. We call it 'Building Forever' - it's fundamental to our pioneering spirit and the purposeful way we do business.


Eligibility Criteria



This role is open only to individuals who currently have right to work in the country stated.





Closing date: 14 November 2025

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1581025
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned