9 Controlling Internship jobs in South Africa

Our client is a well-established business focused on automotive and mechanical parts, imports and distribution. Operating in a high-volume, buy-and-sell environment, the company manages significant inventory and complex customer and supplier relationships.

We are seeking a hands-on, self-directed Senior Accountant (FM / Financial Controller) to take full ownership of the finance function in a dynamic company. This pivotal role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across the full finance spectrum and thrives in a small, fast-paced environment.

With light support, working collaboratively across the business and reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate will ensure robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and informed business decision-making, enabling the GM to focus on business growth.

Key responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Full responsibility for the day-to-day finance function
• Preparation and posting of journals, management accounts, and month-end processes in Syspro (in collaboration with GM and consultants)
• Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting
• Daily and monthly cash flow monitoring and forecasting
• Preparation of budgets and financial forecasts
• Maintain and manage the fixed asset register

Audit & Compliance

• Lead the company's external audit process, including communication with auditors and resolution of outstanding queries
• Ensure full compliance with SARS including VAT, PAYE, FICA/RICA, and handling all SARS queries
• Oversee compliance with BBBEE-related financial queries and submissions
• Maintain internal controls and implement/maintain financial policies and procedures

Operational Finance

• Oversight of all transactions related to creditors (local, foreign, stock, non-stock), debtors, collections, credit notes, and cash book posting
• Manage pricing analysis, gross margin management, and costing of customer and supplier deals
• Prepare sales reports, process credit payments, and manage invoice matching and goods received notes
• Ensure accuracy in inventory processes including cycle counts and stock takes

Payroll, HR, Office & Admin Support

• Preparation and reconciliation of monthly payroll (outsourced processing)
• HR admin support including leave schedules, employee reimbursements, and related policies
• Handle office management-related finance functions, including insurance, petty cash, and supplier payments
• Oversight of PO authorizations and expense tracking (with support from admin staff)
• Coordinate fleet schedules and staff expense management

Systems & Process Improvement

• Work with external consultants and internal teams on Syspro optimization
• Drive improvements in efficiency and automation of financial processes

Experience

• 5-10 years in a similar hands-on finance role (Senior Accountant, Finance Manager, or Financial Controller)
• Proficient in financial systems (Syspro experience advantageous), Excel, and strong understanding of South African financial and tax regulations

Requirements

• Location: Cape Town, South Africa, On-site
• Duration: Interim 6 months (with the possibility of extension or permanent employment based on performance and business needs)
• Commitment: Full time
• Qualification required: Accounting qualification minimum to qualified CIMA/ACCA and proven experience

Skills & Characteristics

• Strong self-management and independent work ethic
• Not afraid to get involved in transactional tasks
• Keen interest in the commercial and operational side of the business
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, changing environment

Requisition Details & Talent Acquisition Contact

Requisition nr:

Talent Acquisition Specialist:
Tshego Semenya

Location:
135 Rivonia Road, Sandown

Closing date:
23 October 2025

Cluster

Personal and Private Banking

Career Stream

Accounting

Leadership Pipeline

Manage Managers

Position

Head of Finance: Internal Financial Control

Why join our team

This is a high-impact leadership role that offers a rare opportunity to shape and influence the financial control environment across the PPB cluster. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to define frameworks, challenge existing processes, and drive meaningful change at the highest levels of the organisation. With direct access to the CFO community and senior executives, the work produced will be highly visible and instrumental in strengthening financial governance. Performance will be measured by the number and quality of control processes reviewed, the feasibility and effectiveness of recommendations made, and the overall contribution to improved financial assurance and reduced risk. While the role involves navigating diverse control environments and securing stakeholder alignment, it also presents a powerful platform to enhance the Group's control framework and establish a legacy of excellence. For professionals seeking to innovate, lead, and grow, this position offers unmatched visibility, influence, and career development potential.

Job Purpose

This newly created role is designed to strengthen the financial control environment across the Personal and Private Banking (PPB) cluster. The Head of Internal Financial Controls will be responsible for reviewing existing control processes, identifying gaps, and recommending improvements that enhance assurance and reduce risk. The role was established in response to a strategic need to improve financial governance and proactively address control weaknesses. Operating within the greater Finance function and engaging closely with Business Unit CFOs, the incumbent will play a key role in shaping the control landscape and delivering insights that support sound financial decision-making. This is an ideal opportunity for a self-starter with a strong audit and financial services background who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about creating value through robust financial oversight.

Job Responsibilities

Control Environment & Assurance

• Partner with CFOs across business units to document and assess existing financial control environments.
• Independently test controls and perform reconciliations to evaluate effectiveness.
• Provide detailed recommendations to improve control frameworks and address identified gaps.
• Deliver insights and assurance to the Cluster CFO and Managing Executive (SIQU), ensuring recommendations create tangible value.
• Review of IFRS application where relevant and recommendations to align where opportunities for improvement are identified.

Financial Performance & Reporting

• Manage daily activities to ensure accuracy and completeness of financials.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, especially CFOs, through hands-on collaboration.
• Engage in forums and committees to share insights and influence financial control strategy.
• Translate business strategy into financial plans aligned with Group and regulatory requirements.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to Group Risk and Compliance policies and regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards and regulatory frameworks to mitigate financial risk.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Promote multi-skilling and address capacity gaps through improved work processes.

Leadership & Development

• Operate as a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, capable of independently identifying and solving problems.
• Coach and mentor audit trainees and newly qualified CA(SA)s.
• Drive a client-centric culture and contribute to transformation goals through inclusive recruitment and development practices.

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Professional Qualifications/Honour's Degree

Essential Qualification Detail

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Minimum Experience Level

• A minimum of
  5
  years post-articles experience is required, ideally gained within a financial services environment with exposure to both commercial and retail banking.
• Proven ability to work closely with senior leadership, including Managing Executives and CFOs, to align financial strategy with business objectives.
• Demonstrated success in setting and reporting against budgets and rolling forecasts, and using financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Experience in business analysis and performance reporting, including the development of commercialised analytics for frontline sales teams.
• Strong track record in driving headline earnings through revenue growth and cost containment initiatives.
• Previous accountability for producing monthly performance management reports under tight deadlines, with metrics such as sales acquisitions, cross-sell ratios, banker-level contribution statements, and regression analysis.
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights that support business strategy and improve market share.

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail
  with the ability to identify control gaps and inconsistencies across complex financial environments.
• Advanced analytical capability
  , enabling deep interrogation of financial data and control processes to produce meaningful insights.
• Strong reconciliation skills
  , with the ability to independently validate financial transactions and assess control effectiveness.
• High levels of accountability and integrity
  , consistently delivering quality outputs and taking ownership of recommendations.
• Self-driven and proactive
  , able to work independently, lead initiatives, and operate effectively without a predefined framework.
• Hands-on approach
  , with a willingness to engage directly with data, processes, and stakeholders to understand root causes and drive improvements.
• Entrepreneurial mindset
  , capable of shaping the role, identifying opportunities for value creation, and influencing outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  , essential for engaging with senior stakeholders and presenting findings with clarity and impact.

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Business administration and management
• Client service management
• Financial Accounting Principles
• Governance, Risk and Controls
• Principles of project management
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Stakeholder management
• Strategic planning
• Talent management

Disclaimer

Preference will be given to candidates from the underrepresented groups

Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team

Requisition Details & Talent Acquisition Contact

Requisition nr:

Talent Acquisition Specialist: Tshego Semenya

Location: 135 Rivonia Road, Sandown

Closing date: 23 October 2025

Cluster

Personal and Private Banking

Career Stream

Accounting

Leadership Pipeline

Manage Managers

Position

Head of Finance: Internal Financial Control

Why join our team

This is a high-impact leadership role that offers a rare opportunity to shape and influence the financial control environment across the PPB cluster. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to define frameworks, challenge existing processes, and drive meaningful change at the highest levels of the organisation. With direct access to the CFO community and senior executives, the work produced will be highly visible and instrumental in strengthening financial governance. Performance will be measured by the number and quality of control processes reviewed, the feasibility and effectiveness of recommendations made, and the overall contribution to improved financial assurance and reduced risk. While the role involves navigating diverse control environments and securing stakeholder alignment, it also presents a powerful platform to enhance the Group's control framework and establish a legacy of excellence. For professionals seeking to innovate, lead, and grow, this position offers unmatched visibility, influence, and career development potential.

Job Purpose

This newly created role is designed to strengthen the financial control environment across the Personal and Private Banking (PPB) cluster. The Head of Internal Financial Controls will be responsible for reviewing existing control processes, identifying gaps, and recommending improvements that enhance assurance and reduce risk. The role was established in response to a strategic need to improve financial governance and proactively address control weaknesses. Operating within the greater Finance function and engaging closely with Business Unit CFOs, the incumbent will play a key role in shaping the control landscape and delivering insights that support sound financial decision-making. This is an ideal opportunity for a self-starter with a strong audit and financial services background who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about creating value through robust financial oversight.

Job Responsibilities

Control Environment & Assurance

• Partner with CFOs across business units to document and assess existing financial control environments.
• Independently test controls and perform reconciliations to evaluate effectiveness.
• Provide detailed recommendations to improve control frameworks and address identified gaps.
• Deliver insights and assurance to the Cluster CFO and Managing Executive (SIQU), ensuring recommendations create tangible value.
• Review of IFRS application where relevant and recommendations to align where opportunities for improvement are identified.

Financial Performance & Reporting

• Manage daily activities to ensure accuracy and completeness of financials.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, especially CFOs, through hands-on collaboration.
• Engage in forums and committees to share insights and influence financial control strategy.
• Translate business strategy into financial plans aligned with Group and regulatory requirements.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to Group Risk and Compliance policies and regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards and regulatory frameworks to mitigate financial risk.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Promote multi-skilling and address capacity gaps through improved work processes.

Leadership & Development

• Operate as a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, capable of independently identifying and solving problems.
• Coach and mentor audit trainees and newly qualified CA(SA)s.
• Drive a client-centric culture and contribute to transformation goals through inclusive recruitment and development practices.

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Professional Qualifications/Honour's Degree

Essential Qualification Detail

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA))

Minimum Experience Level

• A minimum of 5 years post-articles experience is required, ideally gained within a financial services environment with exposure to both commercial and retail banking.
• Proven ability to work closely with senior leadership, including Managing Executives and CFOs, to align financial strategy with business objectives.
• Demonstrated success in setting and reporting against budgets and rolling forecasts, and using financial insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Experience in business analysis and performance reporting, including the development of commercialised analytics for frontline sales teams.
• Strong track record in driving headline earnings through revenue growth and cost containment initiatives.
• Previous accountability for producing monthly performance management reports under tight deadlines, with metrics such as sales acquisitions, cross-sell ratios, banker-level contribution statements, and regression analysis.
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights that support business strategy and improve market share.

Skills & Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify control gaps and inconsistencies across complex financial environments.
• Advanced analytical capability, enabling deep interrogation of financial data and control processes to produce meaningful insights.
• Strong reconciliation skills, with the ability to independently validate financial transactions and assess control effectiveness.
• High levels of accountability and integrity, consistently delivering quality outputs and taking ownership of recommendations.
• Self-driven and proactive, able to work independently, lead initiatives, and operate effectively without a predefined framework.
• Hands-on approach, with a willingness to engage directly with data, processes, and stakeholders to understand root causes and drive improvements.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, capable of shaping the role, identifying opportunities for value creation, and influencing outcomes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, essential for engaging with senior stakeholders and presenting findings with clarity and impact.

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Business administration and management
• Client service management
• Financial Accounting Principles
• Governance, Risk and Controls
• Principles of project management
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Stakeholder management
• Strategic planning
• Talent management

Disclaimer

Preference will be given to candidates from the underrepresented groups

Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team at

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Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team

We are looking for a detail-orientated,results-driven, highly motivated and experienced Financial Accountant to join our Finance department. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who is eager to take their career to the next step within a fast-paced and supportive environment. The successful individual will administer the DBIT system to mirror the Asset accounts on the balance sheet.

We are looking for a detail-orientated,results-driven, highly motivated and experienced Financial Accountant to join our Finance department. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who is eager to take their career to the next step within a fast-paced and supportive environment. The successful individual will administer the DBIT system to mirror the Asset accounts on the balance sheet.

• Degree
• Relevant experience in applying job related concepts, techniques and processes at the required level
• Experience in working with senior management
• Business English: Fluent
• Computer literacy (Advanced)

Administrate DBIT and K2 system.

• Manage all Project Capex submission and add all info needed for K2 approval.
• Revise K2 on a regular basis to enhance or correct workflow.
• Action all approved K2 Asset changes.
• Capture all Asset movements in DBIT (Capitalizations, Disposals, Scrapping and Selling etc.)
• Run DBIT reports and reconcile all Asset Balance sheet accounts to DBIT.
• Run DBIT at month end to close off the period.
• Write and post journals regarding all Asset actions.
• Monthly reconciliations on all Asset Accounts.
• Reconcile all Critical Spare parts from Pragma to DBIT.
• Manage all second hand Asset movements, selling and Invoicing.
• Update all new vendors, Departments and Approval levels on K2.
• Assist all Business Units with Asset enquiries as well as provide training on using the K2 system for Asset movement.

Computer hardware reconciliation

• Use the SCCM report to compare Computers in use versus Computers moved between Employees.
• Reconcile all Computers returned to Head office to ensure that all Assets are accounted for.
• Manage the inter Company Accounts for Assets moved between South Africa and Botswana, Eswatini and Namibia.
• Reconcile all Bulk Computer purchases to the individual Capex applications.

Manage other month-end duties

• Compile various Reports regarding DBIT categories.
• Compile Reports on all Capex expenditure.
• Compile the Held for Sale Asset Report as well as the Disposal and Asset Scrappings.
• Oversee the Asset Verification changes in DBIT required Annually.

Manage year-end schedules for auditors and financial statements disclosure

• Prepare Auditors reports on various Asset requests.
• Close off DBIT for the Financial year and prepare Auditors reports on all Asset movement during the financial year.
• Manage the Roll forward on all Asset Accounts from current year to previous year