Finance Operate Assistant Manager

EY US; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 650 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent professional services firm in Johannesburg is seeking an Assistant Manager in Finance to deliver high-impact financial reporting services. The role includes managing client relationships, ensuring compliance in financial statements, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have a CTA qualification and experience in a professional services environment, with strong accounting and data analytics skills.

Qualifications

• Proven competency in applying global compliance processes.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS and accounting principles.
• Strong project management skills and ability to self-manage.

Responsibilities

• Take primary responsibility for client engagement delivery.
• Review financial statements and month-end close processes.
• Coordinate year end audit processes.

Skills

Accounting Software

Time Management

Accounts Administration

Leadership skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Budgeting Skills

Education

CTA or equivalent postgraduate degree - CA(SA) / ACCA / SAIPA

Job description

As an Assistant Manager in Finance Operate you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact financial reporting services across multiple clients. This role demands agility, technical excellence and a consulting mindset this means balancing client expectations team leadership and structured delivery under pressure. You will manage client relationships contribute to solution design and ensure delivery excellence across engagements. You will also be expected to embrace technology and data analytics to drive efficiency and deliver insights contributing to the transformation of our engagement delivery model.

Key Responsibilities

• Take primary responsibility for client engagement delivery ensuring structured execution and proactive issue resolution.
• Review financial statements and month-end close processes ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate year end audit processes by managing deliverables liaising with auditors
• Ensuring work is properly executed documented and concluded in compliance with Q&RM standards.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of learning and professional growth.
• Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions that meet client needs.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement by leveraging technology and data analytics to enhance financial processes and client outcomes.
• Support engagement planning proposals and performance metrics to drive business success.

Qualifications & Experience

• CTA or equivalent post graduate degree - CA(SA) / ACCA / SAIPA with relevant experience.
• Up to 1 year post-article experience ideally gained in a professional services environment.
• Demonstrated success in delivering accounting and tax services to clients with a strong understanding of commercial legislative and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven competency in applying global compliance processes and tools with strict adherence to Quality & Risk Management (Q&RM) procedures.
• In-depth knowledge of IFRS and accounting principles with specific exposure to IFRS 4 and IFRS 17 considered advantageous.
• Familiarity with the Companies Act and experience in multi-client environments
• Experience in utilising and deriving insights from ERP systems.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to self-manage and lead teams effectively to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities in a fast-paced client-centric environment.
• A passion for technology demonstrated through a history of leveraging tech-driven solutions in accounting practices.
• Proficiency in data analysis from an accounting perspective with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• A proactive mindset with a history of proposing and implementing changes that result in operational improvements.
• A Can do or winning mindset team player who is eager to drive change and modernise the workplace.

Who we are

At EY you will define your own success and shape your future with confidence. We provide the technology learning culture and opportunities to help you become your most extraordinary self. Whether you are just starting out or looking to grow EY offers a career journey as unique as you are.

You will be empowered to innovate and inspire others fuelled by belonging and inclusion. Your individuality strengthens us creating a globally connected powerhouse of diverse and inclusive teams. Through transformative leadership you will help build a better working world for our clients and society.

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Key Skills

Accounting Software, Time Management, Accounts Administration, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Reconciliation, Administrative Skill, Leadership skills, Accounting & Finance, Accounts Management, Communication, Analysis Skills, Relationship Management, Team Player Spirit, Budgeting Skills, Accounts Payable

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1