Finance and Investment Operations Associate

CA Financial Appointments; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Genuine flexibility around working hours

Hybrid, remote, or office-based options

Direct exposure to investment businesses

Job summary

CA Financial Appointments is looking for an experienced Operations Associate to join a portfolio of investment entities in Gauteng, South Africa. This position is perfect for a finance professional who values flexibility and autonomy, thriving in a high-trust environment with direct exposure to investment businesses.

The ideal candidate will manage a range of accounting tasks, including managing records and preparing financial reports, while also enjoying significant independence in their role.

Offers a stable, long-term position with meaningful responsibilities and opportunities for process improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years’ experience in accounting, finance operations, or fund/investment administration.
• Strong practical accounting and tax experience.
• Exposure to company secretarial or compliance functions.

Responsibilities

• Managing accounting records, reconciliations, and cash tracking across entities.
• Preparing management accounts and supporting year-end financial processes.
• Handling VAT, PAYE, provisional tax, and statutory submissions.

Skills

Accounting

Tax experience

Compliance management

Organisation and detail-oriented

Process improvement

Job description

Looking for flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful work without the corporate noise? This is a rare opportunity for an experienced finance professional who thrives when trusted to get the job done.

We’re partnering with two established venue capital investment businesses seeking a highly organised Operations Associate to support a portfolio of investment entities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, values flexibility, and takes pride in delivering high-quality work without constant supervision.

You’ll work directly with the directors in a high-trust environment where outcomes matter far more than office hours.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing accounting records, reconciliations, journals, and cash tracking across multiple entities
• Preparing management accounts and supporting year-end financial processes
• Handling VAT, PAYE, provisional tax, and related statutory submissions
• Managing CIPC filings, company secretarial administration, and compliance requirements
• Maintaining investment records, legal documentation, and data rooms
• Supporting reporting processes and identifying opportunities to improve systems and efficiencies

What we’re looking for

• 3–8 years’ experience in accounting, finance operations, or fund/investment administration
• Strong practical accounting and tax experience
• Exposure to company secretarial or compliance functions
• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities independently
• Someone who takes initiative and naturally looks for ways to improve processes

The ideal person

This role suits someone who enjoys working quietly and independently.

Perhaps you’re looking to step away from a traditional corporate environment. Perhaps you’ve built strong technical skills and now want greater control over how you structure your day. Or maybe you’re simply looking for a role where you’re trusted to deliver without being micromanaged.

What’s in it for you?

• Genuine flexibility around working hours and location
• Hybrid, remote, or office-based options considered
• Direct exposure to investment businesses and entrepreneurs
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and improve processes
• Stable, long-term role with meaningful responsibility

If you’re a self-starter who enjoys ownership, flexibility, and working with smart people who value results over presenteeism, we’d love to hear from you.