Fixed Asset Controller

Listing reference: hesto_000391
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 6 March 2026
Position summary
Industry: Automotive Sector
Job category: Financial Management
Location: Kwazulu Natal
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
About our company
Hesto
Introduction
Hesto is looking for a dynamic and energetic candidate to join Finance team. A successful candidate will manage and control all aspects of fixed and intangible assets within the organisation, ensuring accurate recording, compliance, and optimisation of asset utilisation.
Job description

Fixed Asset Register Management

·         Maintain an accurate and up-to-date fixed asset register for all tangible and intangible assets.

·         Ensure all asset acquisitions, disposals, transfers, and impairments are correctly recorded and documented.

Asset Verification and Audits

         Coordinate and conduct regular physical verification of assets across all sites.

         Prepare for and support internal and external audits relating to fixed assets.

Asset Capitalisation, Depreciation and Amortisation

         Ensure timely and accurate capitalisation of assets in accordance with company policy and accounting standards.

         Calculate and process monthly depreciation, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards.

Asset Reporting and Analysis 

Compliance and Policy Adherence

         Ensure all asset management activities comply with company policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.

         Assist in the development and implementation of asset management policies and procedures.

Support for Business Cases and Projects

         Assist in the preparation of business cases for asset acquisitions, disposals, and project-related investments, specifically DCF’s and related analyses.

         Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of project assets in collaboration with the project accountant.

Process Improvement

         Continuously review and improve asset management processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control.

         Implement best practices and leverage technology to streamline asset tracking and reporting.

Liaison and Communication

         Act as the key point of contact for asset-related queries from internal stakeholders, auditors, and external parties.

         Provide training and guidance to operational teams on asset management procedures.

AIS Claims

         Submission and management of the AIS claim process

         AIS audit support

Minimum requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of relevant Finance and manufacturing experience, preferably in the automotive industry.

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