Head of Financial Controlling

Robert Walters has partnered with a leading real estate group in Africa to recruit a Head of Financial Controlling. This role is based at their headquarters in Mauritius.

The Head of Financial Controlling will be responsible for leading the financial close and operations of the real estate assets. This includes overseeing month-end reporting, implementing, and enhancing internal controls, managing the year-end audit process, and driving operational efficiency across the respective real estate holding companies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in real estate finance, a strategic mindset, and the ability to lead and inspire a finance team across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee financial close processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Provide strategic financial insights to enhance department efficiency.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end financial reporting.
• Manage internal and external audits, ensuring smooth year-end processes.
• Lead cost management initiatives and provide strategic financial guidance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. An advanced degree (e.g. MBA) or professional qualification (e.g. CPA, ACCA, CIMA) is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in financial management, with a significant portion in a leadership role within the real estate or property management sector.
• Extensive experience in strategic financial planning, internal controls, and audit management.
• Deep understanding of accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS) and regulatory requirements specific to the real estate industry.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems; familiarity with real estate-specific systems is advantageous.

If you have strong experience in financial controlling within the real estate sector and are passionate about driving financial excellence, please apply below.