Financial Operations Analyst (CH1122)

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POSITION INFO:

Our client is a tech start-up making life better for everyday households in Africa and is looking for a Financial Operations Analyst at their offices in Cape Town, South Africa.

The Financial Operations Analyst is responsible for managing and optimizing financial processes across multiple markets and platforms. This includes executing and overseeing payments, performing reconciliations, and validating financial data to ensure accuracy across systems.

The role supports budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling in Excel/Google Sheets, assists with tax submissions—including VAT, withholding tax, and duties—and helps manage cash flow across entities to maintain liquidity.

Additionally, responsibilities include contributing to audit preparation, compliance, and internal control processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting and financial workflows. A key focus is designing and automating financial processes using SQL, Python, and low-code platforms to drive efficiency and business continuity.

The ideal background:

• Accounting
• Management Accounting
• Finance

Skills you will use and develop:

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (experience with SQL, Python, or data manipulation is advantageous)
• Experience with tax, accounting, or treasury processes
• Comfortable working with new technologies and evolving systems
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across geographies

Requirements:

• Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Finance degree from reputable academic university with strong results
• Any relevant experience

General:

• The Position is Hybrid with 50% of the time spent at the client offices in Cape Town
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us after 30 days you may consider your application unsuccessful
• In keeping with our client’s employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered.
• Please include your current salary and salary expectations.