Financial Operational Manager

SUMMARY:
Are you a hands-on, technically skilled CA(SA) ready to lead from the front in a dynamic, high-impact environment? Our client—a leader in South Africa’s digital connectivity space—is looking for an exceptional Financial Operations Manager to drive operational excellence and strategic financial direction.

POSITION INFO:
🔍 The Role:
This is not your average back-office finance job. It’s a highly visible, engaging role that blends strategic thinking with operational execution. You’ll work at the intersection of finance, operations, and business strategy, ensuring financial accuracy, driving efficiency, and influencing key decisions in a fast-moving environment.

🧩 Key Responsibilities:
Operational Finance Duties:

• Oversee daily financial operations and ensure alignment with business goals.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking for operational teams.
• Implement process improvements to streamline financial workflows.
• Partner with operations to interpret data and inform strategic initiatives.
• Lead monthly management reporting and variance analysis.

• Ensure compliance with IFRS and regulatory standards.
• Manage internal controls and financial governance.
• Provide commercial insights to support business development and growth initiatives.
• Deliver financial models, risk assessments, and scenario planning to support strategic decisions.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.

• CA(SA) qualification (non-negotiable)
• 5–8 years’ post-articles experience in commercial finance
• Minimum 5 years in a management role, preferably in an operational or project-based environment
• Strong technical knowledge in financial reporting, compliance, and controls
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on, and collaborative setting
• Excellent communication and business partnering skills