Finance Manager

Dataprophet; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 40 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company revolutionizing manufacturing through AI solutions. As a Finance Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in managing financial operations and compliance, ensuring accuracy in accounting records, and supporting strategic initiatives. This dynamic role offers the chance to work on impactful projects, from budgeting to international operations, all while contributing to a mission that bridges AI technology with real-world manufacturing challenges. Be part of a team that values innovation and excellence, making a tangible difference in the industry.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as an Accountant or Financial Manager.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly payroll processes and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Compile and present monthly management reports to the executive team.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Accounting Software

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Xero

Cloud-based Accounting Systems

Job description

Overview:

DataProphet is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will support the executive management team in managing capital, cash flow, and financial controls across both local and international operations. The role also offers an opportunity to contribute to strategic financial projects, including transfer pricing studies and international expansion initiatives.

About Us:

At DataProphet, we are a service-first industrial intelligence company that transforms global manufacturing through cutting-edge AI solutions. Since our founding in 2013 in South Africa, we've been dedicated to solving complex manufacturing challenges using machine learning across various industries, including automotive, semiconductor, rubber, and foundry.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between AI technology and real-world manufacturing processes. By proactively optimizing operations, we help manufacturers achieve excellence in quality, efficiency, and sustainability. We focus on delivering practical, high-impact solutions that make a measurable difference on the production floor.

About the Role:

Your key responsibilities would involve:

Financial Operations & Compliance

• Manage and oversee monthly payroll processes for all entities, including EMP201 submissions, U-filing returns, and bi-annual EMP501 submissions.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of all statutory returns, including VAT (bi-monthly VAT201), PAYE, Income Tax (bi-monthly provisional and annual returns), OID, and annual financial statements for two South African entities and a consolidated group.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant financial regulations, supporting exchange control compliance and legal obligations.
• Responsible for managing South African and international bank accounts, including overseeing account administration, reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with cross-border banking regulations.

Accounting & Reporting

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of monthly accounting records, focusing on proper timing/cut-off, accruals and provisions, job costing, and appropriate allocation between balance sheet and income statement items.
• Oversee bookkeeping for 3 Xero accounts, including monthly reconciliation of receipts and payments, monthly journal entries, fixed asset maintenance, and preparation of monthly consolidated Spotlight reports.
• Conduct accounts payable reconciliations and manage payment runs.
• Compile and present meaningful monthly management reports to the executive team, including budget comparisons, dashboards with key metrics, and actionable financial insights to guide decision-making.
• Analyse financial information and trends to support strategic business decisions and shareholder reporting.
• Support the preparation of monthly board packs and the budgeting process, as well as quarterly forecasts and half-year reviews.

Strategic Financial Management

• Manage group-level capital and cash flow, including international entities, with a focus on effective cross-border intra-company accounting and controls.
• Support project and product costing, cost management initiatives, and implementation of financial strategy.
• Drive the implementation of key strategic projects such as transfer pricing studies and other financial/legal initiatives.

Audit & Annual Reporting

• Liaise with external auditors to ensure efficient audit processes, aiming for audit completion within three months post year-end.
• Compile annual financial statements for two South African entities and the consolidated group.

Customer and Legal Support

• Support the invoicing process and contract management with both new and existing customers, ensuring legal terms are appropriately reviewed and documented.
• Oversee and manage outsourced legal and bookkeeping agencies in support of group operations.

International Operations Support

• Assist the executive team with the implementation and execution of the internationalisation strategy, ensuring continued operational efficiency in Cape Town.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience as an Accountant or Financial Manager.
• Proven experience in planning, budgeting, and executing budgets.
• Strong understanding of key financial business processes and functions.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in either the startup space or manufacturing industry is advantageous.
• Proficiency in modern accounting software and automation tools, especially cloud-based systems.

Why join DataProphet?

For more information, visit www.dataprophet.com.

At DataProphet, you're not just joining a company; you're becoming part of a movement. Our advanced AI-driven solutions are revolutionizing the manufacturing industry, helping companies improve quality, reduce defects, and increase efficiency across global operations.

When you join us, you'll work on projects that directly impact the success of our clients, from optimizing tire manufacturing to reducing scrap rates in foundries. This is your opportunity to make a tangible, real-world impact on the world's manufacturing operations.