Finance / Operations Development Manager

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

BIT005554/Rein

Date posted:

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A leading organisation in the financial services environment is looking for an experienced Finance / Operations Development Manager to lead the development and optimisation of core finance systems and operational platforms. This role will focus on managing multi-branded finance systems, driving innovation across finance operations, and leading development teams to deliver scalable and reliable technology solutions.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Manage and prioritise IT development initiatives within finance operations
Lead a team of developers and technical specialists to deliver business-critical systems
Oversee the roadmap and development of finance platforms and operational systems
Allocate resources effectively to support ongoing system innovation and improvement
Collaborate with stakeholders across finance, IT, and operations
Ensure that system development aligns with business strategy and operational objectives

Requirements:

5+ years' experience in system development or IT development leadership
Strong background in RPG / IBM AS400 environments
Experience managing finance or operational systems
Exposure to the financial services industry (banking, insurance, or financial services)
Experience managing development teams and delivering complex systems

Preferred:

Experience working with multi-brand financial platforms
Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys combining technical leadership with operational innovation in a fast-paced financial services environment.

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For more information, contact:
Reinie Du Preez
Senior Specialist Recruitment Consultant

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