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This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Fractional Finance Manager in South Africa.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to play a strategic role in supporting the growth of a scaling organization within a flexible, fully remote environment. Working closely with leadership, you will oversee core financial operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide critical financial insights that support informed business decisions. The role combines hands-on financial management with process improvement initiatives, leveraging modern cloud-based technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy. You will have the autonomy to manage key financial functions while contributing to the development of a robust financial infrastructure. With a limited monthly time commitment, this position offers an ideal balance between professional impact and flexibility. It is particularly suited to a self-directed finance expert who thrives in agile, technology-driven environments.
Accountabilities:
- Manage end-to-end monthly bookkeeping activities, including reconciliations and financial reporting up to balance sheet level.
- Prepare accurate financial reports and provide insights to support business performance and strategic decision-making.
- Ensure full compliance with South African tax regulations, including VAT submissions, SARS e-filing requirements, and COIDA annual returns.
- Oversee payroll processing for a small team and manage treasury functions, including the secure preparation and loading of payments.
- Lead the preparation of annual financial statements and coordinate financial documentation in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
- Implement and optimize cloud-based accounting systems and financial processes to improve operational efficiency and scalability.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure effective internal controls within a remote working environment.
- Support leadership with financial planning, reporting, and process recommendations that strengthen the organization’s financial health.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a finance management, finance lead, or similar senior finance role.
- Proven experience working within SME, startup, or fast-growing business environments.
- Strong expertise in financial reporting, bookkeeping, reconciliations, and preparation of annual financial statements.
- In-depth knowledge of South African tax legislation, VAT compliance, SARS e-filing processes, and related statutory requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively within a remote and highly autonomous environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using cloud-based accounting platforms such as Xero, Sage One, Zoho Books, or similar systems.
- Familiarity with online collaboration and productivity tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, Trello, or equivalent platforms.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline is preferred.
- Professional accreditation such as SAIPA, AGA(SA), or similar is advantageous.
- Previous experience within the education, technology, or EdTech sectors is considered a plus.
Benefits:
- Flexible fractional engagement requiring approximately 15 hours per month.
- Fully remote working arrangement with a strong emphasis on autonomy and work-life balance.
- Opportunity to influence and strengthen the financial framework of a growing organization.
- Exposure to innovative, technology-enabled financial operations and cloud-based systems.
- Collaborative and agile work environment that values efficiency, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Meaningful strategic involvement with leadership while maintaining schedule flexibility.
- Opportunity to contribute to the growth and long-term success of an evolving organization.
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