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SUMMARY:

My client is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to join their finance team. The successful can

Recruiter:

CA Financial Appointments

Job Ref:

61398

Date posted:

Monday, May 26, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:

My client is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to join their finance team. The successful can

POSITION INFO:

My client is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to join their finance team. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership, including directors, and collaborate with team members to enhance efficiency, reporting accuracy, and strategic insight. If you are passionate about process improvement, automation and high-quality financial reporting and have 3-5 years post articles experience - apply today!

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain automated Power BI reports and dashboards; continuously improve data pipelines and visualization for real-time decision-making
• Build, maintain, and enhance detailed cash flow reports; ensure reporting aligns with business goals and provides actionable insights
• Prepare budgets and forecasts in support to the Financial Manager; provide assistance to the Financial Manager with regard to legal compliance reporting, such as SARB and SARS (e-filing and the like)
• Process Optimisation: Analyse existing financial reporting processes and identify opportunities for automation; implement streamlined workflows to enhance reporting accuracy and reduce manual effort
• Presentation & Communication: Create compelling, data-driven presentations for directors and senior stakeholders such as Wealth Managers; communicate complex financial insights clearly and effectively
• Step into support role for the team when they are on leave (with regards to processing and financial management)
• Project Management: Lead and manage reporting-related projects with strong organizational skills; work directly with Finance Manager on special initiatives and cross-functional projects
• Financial Management: Regular comparison of fees received for wealth management advice; critically evaluate existing processes and recommend changes; review service provider agreements
  
  

• Qualified CA(SA)
• Minimum of 3-5 years post articles experience, in the commercial sector
• Experience in wealth and/or asset management (advantage)
• Proven experience in financial reporting and data automation
• Solid understanding of financial concepts and cash flow
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries Advertising Services

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Opportunity to join a dynamic, property-focused financial team that values precision, teamwork, and professional growth as a Financial Reporting Accountant. The environment is fast-paced, offering the chance to contribute to key financial decisions and business development initiatives.

• Work closely with senior leadership, contributing to financial management, reporting, and compliance across diverse property portfolios
• Gain exposure to acquisitions, developments, investor relations, and board reporting while managing a skilled finance team

• Prepare monthly management accounts and client reports
• Manage billing, tenant adjustments, accruals, and financial data accuracy
• Review and release authorised payments
• Lead and support finance team members
• Assist with acquisitions, disposals, and due diligence processes
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, tax calculations, and annual financial statements
• Manage auditor relationships and oversee audit processes
• Compile board, risk, and compliance committee packs
• Oversee supplier contract renewals and procurement sign-offs
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, VAT submissions, and SARS requirements

• Recently qualified CA(SA) (first-time board exam passes preferred)
• Strong academic record and proven practical work experience
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, reliable, and adaptable
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage a team
• Experience with MDA Property Manager advantageous

• Exposure to board-level reporting and investor relations
• Involvement in acquisitions and developments
• Professional growth through managing complex financial structures

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Our finance recruitment desk is currently recruiting for a Finance Manager. Our client is a niche credit provider with a focus on property secured and development finance in the major metropoles of South Africa.

Location : Cape Town, Southern Suburbs

They are looking to hire a bright young individual to join their team as the Financial Manager. This person needs to be someone experienced, confident, and capable to run a finance team. This person needs to be organized, process driven, good at problem solving and able to work with various personalities and be adaptable and open to change.

REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETANCIES

• Relevant Financial degree
• CIMA
• At least 3 years of work experience in Finance post articles
• Compliance experience would be beneficial
• Advanced excel skills
• Financial modelling experience would be beneficial
• Must have High Level of Integrity
• Must have good social skills and be able to adapt easily to any situation
• Must be Organized with the ability to stay calm and to drive various tasks to completion at the same time
• Must be able to communicate with different stakeholders clearly and effectively
• Must have the ability to identify risk / problems and problem solve it to minimize risk
• Must be able to operate on his / her own but also to work well within the team

This is a varied role including Finance, Treasury, Compliance, Credit and Risk Management, Property Management and HR.

Overview

The Finance Lead is a critical member of the business operations team, responsible for leading and executing on all finance-related functions. This includes accounts receivable and payable, financial systems, month-end close, client onboarding, and external financial communications. The Finance Lead ensures financial data integrity, timely reporting, and alignment with strategic business goals.

• Accounts Receivable Lead
  • Oversee timely and accurate client invoicing based on signed cost estimates (CEs) and POs received.
  • Match payments received to invoices in Xero.
  • Manage credit notes and invoice corrections.
  • Reconcile bank receipts from clients weekly.
  • Debt collection and ensuring open relationships with clients.
  • Build strong relationships and collaborate with Business Unit Directors and clients in a bespoke and complex environment.
• Finance Systems Custodian
  • Maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot Xero accounting software and Zoho CRM.
  • Clean and structure financial data and ensure consistency across systems.
  • Create and maintain custom dashboards and reports in Zoho CRM.
  • Train and onboard new staff on Zoho CRM processes.
• Client Onboarding (Finance Focus)
  • Provide clients with accurate vendor onboarding documentation (banking, tax, and company details).
  • Ensure EVG and EVG Publishing are onboarded as suppliers on client systems.
• Financial Reporting & Compliance
  • Allocate invoices and POs accurately in Zoho for reporting and revenue tracking.
  • Prepare and send monthly debtor statements to clients.
  • Liaise with clients for AP confirmations and reconciliations.
  • Support internal and external audit requests.
• Month-End Close & Year-end Financial Support
  • Prepare the month-end close for the CFO to TB level.
  • Ensure accuracy of monthly revenue recognition and retainer reporting.
  • Clear bank accounts.
  • Reconcile revenue-related accounts for month-end reporting.
  • Reconcile fixed assets, tax, intercompany loans, and other accounts.
  • Respond to queries from the CFO.
  • Liaise with internal teams (External Bookkeeper, Client Services, CGO) to support completeness of financial data.
  • Monthly VAT calculations and returns submission.
  • Bi-annually assist CFO with Provisional tax estimates and manage the revenue estimates with Business Unit Directors.
• Ad Hoc & Strategic Support
  • Prepare revenue and debtor analyses for leadership.
  • Support due diligence processes across the business with different department heads.
  • Respond to ad hoc queries from CFO, CGO, and BUDs (Business Unit Directors).
  • Assist in strategic business decisions with financial insights.
  • Run internal process to accurately forecast Revenue at February year end for Provisional tax purposes.

• Internal: CGO, Client Service Team, Bookkeeper, OCFO, Departmental Heads.
• External: Clients (Finance/AP Teams), Vendors, Financial Service Providers.

• Strong financial acumen and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficient in Xero and Zoho CRM
• Process-oriented with the ability to handle high volumes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CIMA or SAIPA qualification is preferred.
• 3+ years experience in a financial operations or finance lead role
• Experience with cloud-based finance tools (Xero, Zoho, Dext) preferred
• Understanding of financial reporting, tax, and compliance in South Africa
• Experience in the media industry is preferable.

1. Oversee the full finance function, ensuring seamless operations across financial activities.
2. Act as the primary financial contact for clients, managing day-to-day financial operations and reporting.
3. Provide outsourced accounting services, including maintaining books and records, transaction management, and reconciliations.
4. Manage payments (bank accounts & multisigs), ensuring appropriate approvals in line with Cayman regulatory requirements.
5. Prepare quarterly management accounts, including financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow).
6. Develop and monitor budgeting and runway analysis for clients.
7. Track KPIs and financial performance metrics, benchmarking against agreed parameters.

• Prepare and present transparency reports for the community and Board of Directors.

• Manage liaising with the Compliance team for KYC and due diligence checks on grant proposals and transactions.
• Monitor banking and custody accounts, ensuring compliance with operational and commercial terms.
• Ensure financial policies align with governance frameworks, industry best practices, and Cayman regulations.

• Develop and implement policies for digital asset payments via wallets and fiat payments via banking rails.
• Manage KYC/wallet screening to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
• Support clients with financial operations, weekly updates, policy reviews, and service provider integrations.
• Maintain relationships with financial service providers for seamless collaboration.
• Oversee financial administration and operational standards.

Minimum: BCom / Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, or related field. Preferred: CA, AGA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.

If not qualified, 2-3 years of post-graduation experience in a finance role is required.

• Strong background in financial statement reporting and bookkeeping.
• Experience with budgeting, financial planning, and cash flow management.
• Familiarity with Web3, Blockchain, Crypto, or Digital Assets is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of payments, financial controls, and compliance.
• Prior experience managing KYC, due diligence, and regulatory requirements.