Finance & Accounting Talent Partner – Port Elizabeth

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to diverse clients and roles

Comprehensive training and support

Niche recruitment market focus

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a Specialist Recruitment Consultant to source and place finance professionals from junior accountants to CFOs across the Eastern Cape. You will build strong relationships with clients and candidates and manage the full lifecycle of placements.

The role requires 3–5 years in Finance/Accounting recruitment, a relevant degree, and a proactive, results-driven approach. You will leverage ATS and market insights to drive successful hires.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of recruitment experience with finance/accounting focus.
• Proven track record of placing candidates in accounting, auditing, financial analysis, or management roles.
• Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting standards.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, results-driven, and client-focused.

Responsibilities

• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for finance and accounting roles.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and understand hiring needs.
• Build and nurture a network of finance and accounting professionals in Port Elizabeth.
• Assess candidates for technical skills, cultural fit, and career goals.
• Provide market insight on salary benchmarks and talent availability.
• Utilize recruitment tools to source and attract qualified candidates.
• Negotiate offers and coordinate onboarding.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes impacting the market.

Skills

Finance & Accounting recruitment

Client relationship building

Negotiation

Interviewing & assessment

ATS proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ATS

Recruitment databases

Job description

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a Specialist Recruitment Consultant to source and place finance professionals from junior accountants to CFOs across the Eastern Cape. You will build strong relationships with clients and candidates and manage the full lifecycle of placements.

The role requires 3–5 years in Finance/Accounting recruitment, a relevant degree, and a proactive, results-driven approach. You will leverage ATS and market insights to drive successful hires.