59 Finops Specialist jobs in South Africa

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust cost accounting procedures and systems.
• Analyse cost variances and prepare insightful management reports with clear, actionable recommendations.
• Monitor operational and manufacturing costs to identify areas for efficiency and cost optimization.
• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and performance analyses.
• Support month-end close processes, including inventory valuation and reconciliations.
• Conduct profitability analyses for products, services, and business units.
• Collaborate with supply chain and operations teams to align financial data with business objectives.
• Ensure strict compliance with financial regulations, tax requirements, and internal control policies.

• BCom in Finance (or equivalent qualification).
• Minimum of 5 years accounting experience, ideally in a multinational or manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in foreign creditors, FX revaluations, and inter-company reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of tax submissions, general ledger reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships and uphold financial compliance standards.

• Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and cashflows for the smaller group companies, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submission;


• Oversee inventory transactions and ensure accurate reconciliation between the stock and finance systems, while driving automation and process integration to enhance efficiency;


• Manage the accounting processes and financial reporting for smaller group companies;


• Prepare audit related schedules as and when require;


• Ensure a robust cost control environment, working capital discipline, and accurate accruals;


• Provide leadership by acting as a resource, coach, and mentor, while setting clear team goals aligned with business objectives;


• Drive accountability and high performance by monitoring outputs, enforcing deadlines, and supporting continuous adherence to finance policies;


• Lead by example to foster a collaborative, disciplined and results-oriented work environment that recognises and rewards success;


• Support team members in overcoming barriers to productivity and goal achievement;


• Handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment;


• Manage the accountants responsible for inventory reconciliations and the accounting of smaller group companies;


• Produce accurate monthly and quarterly financial reports, ensuring reconciliations are complete and aligned with IFRS and company policies;


• Report on inventory movements, reconciliations between stock and finance systems, and results of smaller group companies;


• Conduct variance analysis on stock movements and direct operating costs, reporting significant deviations to stakeholders with clear explanations and actionable recommendations;


• Manage the relationship between auditors and the Finance Department, ensuring all audit queries are resolved efficiently and accurately;


• Review and approve audit schedules to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with IFRS and company policies, while confirming the audit readiness of smaller group companies’ accounts;


• Assist the Senior Manager: Finance in the annual audit process by coordinating information and deliverables from team members and other departments;


• Engage with internal stakeholders (Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, and other Finance teams) to ensure finance-related processes are completed accurately and on time;


• Collaborate with external partners, auditors, and service providers to maintain accurate reconciliations, resolve queries, and ensure compliance;


• Support negotiations or reviews of financial terms by preparing accurate data, reconciliations, variance explanations, and scenario analysis;


• Participate in discussions and negotiations with regulatory and government bodies (e.g., ACSA, ATNS), reviewing and challenging the basis for proposed price increases or charges to safeguard the organisation’s interests;


• Ensure compliance of accounting records are accurate and comply with IFRS;


• Drive adherence to finance policies and procedures across departments, escalating non-compliance to the Senior Manager: Finance;


• Maintain compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements;


• Apply a thorough understanding of contractual agreements and regulatory charges to ensure accurate billing, accruals, and allocations;


• Ensure smaller group companies’ accounts comply with statutory filing requirements.

• Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential);


• BCom degree in Finance or Accounting (Essential);


• BCom Honours in Finance or Accounting OR 6 years Aviation experience (Essential);


• Professional certification such as SAIPA, SAICA or relevant (Essential);


• Chartered Accountant CA (SA) (Advantageous);


• 10 years’ Finance experience in a mid-sized organisation, of which, 3 years’ must have been in a management role (Essential);


• Must have completed articles (Essential);


• Experience in budget preparation and reporting (Essential);


• Experience in the preparing and finalising accounts in accordance with current South African regulations (Essential);


• Exposure to working across multiple systems and ensuring reconciliations between finance and operational systems (Essential);


• Experience in an accounting software package (Advantageous).

Personal Attributes:

• Professional;


• High integrity;


• High degree of patience and assertiveness;


• Must have a passion for costing/accounting;


• Initiative-taking;


• Ethical, tactful, dependable and accountable;


• Process- and results-driven;


• Self-motivated;


• Reliable and committed;


• Dependable and flexible.

Application Guideline:

• Email applications will not be accepted;


• Preference will be given to members of under-represented designated groups;


• Should no feedback be provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

FlySafair reserves the right:

• Not to proceed with this vacancy;


• To appoint the selected candidates based on its operational requirements.

Closing Date: 10 October 2025

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Operations Specialist to join our dynamic team. This is a pivotal role within their Solutions team, where your precision and commitment to excellence will directly impact their clients and business partners. If you are a proactive and collaborative professional with a passion for the financial services industry. You will be the cornerstone of our client administration, ensuring all instructions are processed with absolute accuracy and efficiency. Your work will uphold their high standards of service and compliance, maintaining the integrity of their client database and supporting critical business functions through meticulous reporting and query management.

Responsibilities:

Process Management: Accurately and efficiently process a wide range of client instructions, including new investments, redemptions, and changes to client details, ensuring all transactions are compliant with relevant legislation (e.g., FICA, POPIA, FATCA).
Data Integrity & Reconciliation: Conduct daily checks on transactions, monitor bank statements, and perform reconciliations to ensure all financial data is accurate and up-to-date.
Quality Assurance: Play a vital role in quality control by reviewing and verifying the work of colleagues to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal and legislative requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with the Client Relationship and Operations teams, providing timely support and clear communication to resolve queries and ensure a seamless service experience.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance existing systems and processes, assisting with system testing to drive continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications and Experience:

A completed or in-progress undergraduate degree, preferably in Commerce or Finance.
Previous administrative experience in the financial services sector is required.
A background in Unit Trust or Retirement Fund administration would be a significant advantage.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
A proactive mindset and a willingness to work overtime when necessary to meet deadlines.

Competencies:

Exceptional Attention to Detail: You have outstanding numerical skills and an unwavering commitment to accuracy.
Action-Oriented: You are a self-starter who can manage competing priorities and deadlines under pressure.
Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team environment and build strong working relationships across the business.
Effective Communicator: You can articulate information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
Accountability: You take full ownership of your work and are dedicated to delivering high-quality results.

We are seeking a dynamic and versatile 
Financial Operations Specialist
 to join our growing team. This is a unique hybrid role designed for a professional who is passionate about both finance and technology. You will act as the crucial link between our clients' core financial management and the systems they rely on, ensuring data integrity, operational efficiency, and strategic insight. You will work closely with experienced professionals, servicing dynamic clients across the globe and gaining invaluable experience in both management accounting and financial systems.

Key Responsibilities:

This role is a true blend of financial expertise and technical acumen. Your responsibilities will be split across two core functions:

Management Accounting & Financial Analysis:

• Financial Analysis: Assist in analyzing financial data to provide actionable insights that support strategic decision-making for our clients.
• Data Capturing & Management: Take responsibility for the accurate and timely recording of financial transactions and ensuring absolute data integrity.
• Reporting: Help craft financial statements, performance reports, and variance analysis to communicate financial health and opportunities.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with C-Suite executives, Start-up Founders, Auditors, and Legal advisors to provide holistic financial solutions and consulting.

Financial Systems & Process Improvement:

• System Implementation: Execute the end-to-end implementation of software solutions, including evaluating client systems, mapping integration plans, preparing data, and ensuring a smooth transition.
• Process Optimization: Conduct in-depth examinations of client business processes to identify gaps and improvement opportunities, recommending enhancements or alternative software solutions.
• Custom Analytics: Develop and customize reports and dashboards within financial platforms that provide clients with a clear, real-time view of their operational performance.
• Client Training: Provide clear, effective training and ongoing user support to ensure clients successfully adopt and maximize the value of their financial software.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience in a role involving operations, logistics, supply chain, engineering, software development, accounting, business systems, or process improvement is needed.
• A foundational understanding of Financial Operations/Supply Chain/Logistics is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent project management skills—you are a "finisher" who can manage timelines and drive projects to completion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential. Experience with cloud-based platforms (e.g., Xero, CIN7, Odoo, HubSpot) is a major plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with comfort in client-facing interactions.
• A proactive attitude and a genuine eagerness to learn new technologies and adapt in a dynamic environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Exposure to a wide variety of industries and international business environments.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that directly impact clients' success.

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Operations Specialist to join our dynamic team. This is a pivotal role within their Solutions team, where your precision and commitment to excellence will directly impact their clients and business partners. If you are a proactive and collaborative professional with a passion for the financial services industry. You will be the cornerstone of our client administration, ensuring all instructions are processed with absolute accuracy and efficiency. Your work will uphold their high standards of service and compliance, maintaining the integrity of their client database and supporting critical business functions through meticulous reporting and query management. Responsibilities:

• Process Management: Accurately and efficiently process a wide range of client instructions, including new investments, redemptions, and changes to client details, ensuring all transactions are compliant with relevant legislation (e.g., FICA, POPIA, FATCA).
• Data Integrity & Reconciliation: Conduct daily checks on transactions, monitor bank statements, and perform reconciliations to ensure all financial data is accurate and up-to-date.
• Quality Assurance: Play a vital role in quality control by reviewing and verifying the work of colleagues to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal and legislative requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with the Client Relationship and Operations teams, providing timely support and clear communication to resolve queries and ensure a seamless service experience.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance existing systems and processes, assisting with system testing to drive continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A completed or in-progress undergraduate degree, preferably in Commerce or Finance.
• Previous administrative experience in the financial services sector is required.
• A background in Unit Trust or Retirement Fund administration would be a significant advantage.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive mindset and a willingness to work overtime when necessary to meet deadlines.

Competencies:

• Exceptional Attention to Detail: You have outstanding numerical skills and an unwavering commitment to accuracy.
• Action-Oriented: You are a self-starter who can manage competing priorities and deadlines under pressure.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team environment and build strong working relationships across the business.
• Effective Communicator: You can articulate information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Accountability: You take full ownership of your work and are dedicated to delivering high-quality results.

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Operations Specialist to join our dynamic team. This is a pivotal role within their Solutions team, where your precision and commitment to excellence will directly impact their clients and business partners. If you are a proactive and collaborative professional with a passion for the financial services industry. You will be the cornerstone of our client administration, ensuring all instructions are processed with absolute accuracy and efficiency. Your work will uphold their high standards of service and compliance, maintaining the integrity of their client database and supporting critical business functions through meticulous reporting and query management. Responsibilities:

• Process Management: Accurately and efficiently process a wide range of client instructions, including new investments, redemptions, and changes to client details, ensuring all transactions are compliant with relevant legislation (e.g., FICA, POPIA, FATCA).
• Data Integrity & Reconciliation: Conduct daily checks on transactions, monitor bank statements, and perform reconciliations to ensure all financial data is accurate and up-to-date.
• Quality Assurance: Play a vital role in quality control by reviewing and verifying the work of colleagues to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal and legislative requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with the Client Relationship and Operations teams, providing timely support and clear communication to resolve queries and ensure a seamless service experience.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance existing systems and processes, assisting with system testing to drive continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A completed or in-progress undergraduate degree, preferably in Commerce or Finance.
• Previous administrative experience in the financial services sector is required.
• A background in Unit Trust or Retirement Fund administration would be a significant advantage.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive mindset and a willingness to work overtime when necessary to meet deadlines.

Competencies:

• Exceptional Attention to Detail: You have outstanding numerical skills and an unwavering commitment to accuracy.
• Action-Oriented: You are a self-starter who can manage competing priorities and deadlines under pressure.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team environment and build strong working relationships across the business.
• Effective Communicator: You can articulate information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Accountability: You take full ownership of your work and are dedicated to delivering high-quality results.

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Operations Specialist to join our dynamic team. This is a pivotal role within their Solutions team, where your precision and commitment to excellence will directly impact their clients and business partners. If you are a proactive and collaborative professional with a passion for the financial services industry. You will be the cornerstone of our client administration, ensuring all instructions are processed with absolute accuracy and efficiency. Your work will uphold their high standards of service and compliance, maintaining the integrity of their client database and supporting critical business functions through meticulous reporting and query management. Responsibilities:

• Process Management: Accurately and efficiently process a wide range of client instructions, including new investments, redemptions, and changes to client details, ensuring all transactions are compliant with relevant legislation (e.g., FICA, POPIA, FATCA).
• Data Integrity & Reconciliation: Conduct daily checks on transactions, monitor bank statements, and perform reconciliations to ensure all financial data is accurate and up-to-date.
• Quality Assurance: Play a vital role in quality control by reviewing and verifying the work of colleagues to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal and legislative requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with the Client Relationship and Operations teams, providing timely support and clear communication to resolve queries and ensure a seamless service experience.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance existing systems and processes, assisting with system testing to drive continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A completed or in-progress undergraduate degree, preferably in Commerce or Finance.
• Previous administrative experience in the financial services sector is required.
• A background in Unit Trust or Retirement Fund administration would be a significant advantage.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive mindset and a willingness to work overtime when necessary to meet deadlines.

Competencies:

• Exceptional Attention to Detail: You have outstanding numerical skills and an unwavering commitment to accuracy.
• Action-Oriented: You are a self-starter who can manage competing priorities and deadlines under pressure.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team environment and build strong working relationships across the business.
• Effective Communicator: You can articulate information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Accountability: You take full ownership of your work and are dedicated to delivering high-quality results.

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Operations Specialist to join our dynamic team. This is a pivotal role within their Solutions team, where your precision and commitment to excellence will directly impact their clients and business partners. If you are a proactive and collaborative professional with a passion for the financial services industry. You will be the cornerstone of our client administration, ensuring all instructions are processed with absolute accuracy and efficiency. Your work will uphold their high standards of service and compliance, maintaining the integrity of their client database and supporting critical business functions through meticulous reporting and query management. Responsibilities:

• Process Management: Accurately and efficiently process a wide range of client instructions, including new investments, redemptions, and changes to client details, ensuring all transactions are compliant with relevant legislation (e.g., FICA, POPIA, FATCA).
• Data Integrity & Reconciliation: Conduct daily checks on transactions, monitor bank statements, and perform reconciliations to ensure all financial data is accurate and up-to-date.
• Quality Assurance: Play a vital role in quality control by reviewing and verifying the work of colleagues to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal and legislative requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with the Client Relationship and Operations teams, providing timely support and clear communication to resolve queries and ensure a seamless service experience.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance existing systems and processes, assisting with system testing to drive continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A completed or in-progress undergraduate degree, preferably in Commerce or Finance.
• Previous administrative experience in the financial services sector is required.
• A background in Unit Trust or Retirement Fund administration would be a significant advantage.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive mindset and a willingness to work overtime when necessary to meet deadlines.

Competencies:

• Exceptional Attention to Detail: You have outstanding numerical skills and an unwavering commitment to accuracy.
• Action-Oriented: You are a self-starter who can manage competing priorities and deadlines under pressure.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team environment and build strong working relationships across the business.
• Effective Communicator: You can articulate information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Accountability: You take full ownership of your work and are dedicated to delivering high-quality results.

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Operations Specialist to join our dynamic team. This is a pivotal role within their Solutions team, where your precision and commitment to excellence will directly impact their clients and business partners. If you are a proactive and collaborative professional with a passion for the financial services industry. You will be the cornerstone of our client administration, ensuring all instructions are processed with absolute accuracy and efficiency. Your work will uphold their high standards of service and compliance, maintaining the integrity of their client database and supporting critical business functions through meticulous reporting and query management. Responsibilities:

• Process Management: Accurately and efficiently process a wide range of client instructions, including new investments, redemptions, and changes to client details, ensuring all transactions are compliant with relevant legislation (e.g., FICA, POPIA, FATCA).
• Data Integrity & Reconciliation: Conduct daily checks on transactions, monitor bank statements, and perform reconciliations to ensure all financial data is accurate and up-to-date.
• Quality Assurance: Play a vital role in quality control by reviewing and verifying the work of colleagues to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal and legislative requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with the Client Relationship and Operations teams, providing timely support and clear communication to resolve queries and ensure a seamless service experience.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance existing systems and processes, assisting with system testing to drive continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A completed or in-progress undergraduate degree, preferably in Commerce or Finance.
• Previous administrative experience in the financial services sector is required.
• A background in Unit Trust or Retirement Fund administration would be a significant advantage.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive mindset and a willingness to work overtime when necessary to meet deadlines.

Competencies:

• Exceptional Attention to Detail: You have outstanding numerical skills and an unwavering commitment to accuracy.
• Action-Oriented: You are a self-starter who can manage competing priorities and deadlines under pressure.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team environment and build strong working relationships across the business.
• Effective Communicator: You can articulate information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Accountability: You take full ownership of your work and are dedicated to delivering high-quality results.