Finance Manager South Africa

Paymentology; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global payment technology company seeks a Finance Manager to lead financial operations for its Norwegian and Latvian entities. This remote role requires a qualified accountant with strong experience in multinational finance. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance, managing cash flows, and leading audit processes while working with outsourced accounting teams. Join a diverse team committed to making a positive impact through technology.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA ACCA CIMA) with 6-9 years in finance roles.
• Experience in multinational environments and outsourced accounting models.
• Strong skills in IFRS, UK GAAP and local statutory standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations for Norwegian and Latvian entities ensuring timely reporting.
• Manage daily interactions with outsourced accounting providers.
• Lead local audit processes including drafting statutory accounts.

Skills

Business Development

Financial Performance

Ensure Compliance

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Professional qualification (ACA ACCA CIMA)

Tools

Caseware

SAGE Intacct

Tripletex

Excel

Job description

Overview

At Paymentology were redefining whats possible in the payments space. As the first truly global issuer-processor we give banks and fintechs the technology and talent to launch and manage Mastercard and Visa cards at scale - across more than 60 countries.

Our advanced multi-cloud platform delivers real-time data unmatched scalability and the flexibility of shared or dedicated processing instances. Its this global reach and innovation that sets us apart.

We’re looking for a Finance Manager to lead financial operations for Paymentology's Norwegian and Latvian legal entities overseeing statutory reporting, billing and treasury processes. This role ensures compliance, accuracy and efficiency in financial operations while also supporting broader group financial initiatives. You’ll work across functions, manage outsourced accounting teams and drive treasury and audit readiness with one direct report.

What you get to do

• Oversee financial operations for Norwegian and Latvian entities ensuring timely reporting and compliance.
• Manage daily interactions with outsourced accounting providers; review journal entries, reconciliations and group reporting submissions.
• Lead local audit processes including drafting statutory accounts and disclosure notes.
• Develop and manage cash flow forecasts at group level supporting treasury decisions on liquidity and FX exposure.
• Improve accounts payable processes focusing on automation and working capital optimization.
• Ensure compliance in billing operations and assist in bad debt provisioning with Credit Control inputs.
• Mentor direct reports and align cross-functional efforts with operations, commercial and finance teams.

What you can look forward to

At Paymentology its not just about building great payment technology its about building a company where people feel they belong and their work matters. Youll be part of a diverse global team thats genuinely committed to making a positive impact through what we do. Whether youre working across time zones or getting involved in initiatives that support local communities youll find real purpose in your work - and the freedom to grow in a supportive forward-thinking environment.

Travel & Requirements

What it takes to succeed

• Qualified accountant (ACA ACCA CIMA) with 69 years in finance roles.
• Experience in multinational environments and outsourced accounting models.
• Skilled in IFRS, UK GAAP and local statutory standards.
• Tools: Caseware, SAGE Intacct, Tripletex, Excel.
• Proven track record in audit coordination, cash flow forecasting and financial operations leadership.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field preferred.
• Professional qualification (ACA ACCA CIMA) required.
• 69 years of progressive experience in finance roles ideally in multinational or technology-driven environments.
• Hands-on experience leading financial operations, treasury processes and audits across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Skills

Business Development, Company Policies, Customer Service, Financial Performance, Revenue Growth, Oversight, Regional Sales, Account Management, Project Management, Product Line, Ensure Compliance, Human Resources, Procedures, Sales Goals, Direct Reports

Employment Type

Remote

Experience

years

Vacancy

1