FINANCIAL ANALYST - R50k pm - STELLENBOSCH
Job Description
FINANCIAL ANALYST - R50k pm - STELLENBOSCH
We're looking for a tech-savvy, solutions-driven Finance Analyst to play a key role in integrating finance with operations. The ideal candidate is hands-on with systems, automations, and financial workflows-comfortable working with APIs, dashboards, and high-volume data. You'll support real-time decision-making, streamline processes, and bring clarity to complex, fast-moving environments.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as the bridge between finance and operations, driving the implementation and optimisation of transport and financial systems.
- Collaborate directly with system developers to enhance the Management System, introducing automated workflows that improve efficiency
- Lead the real-time integration of external transaction data via API, ensuring seamless updates in both systems.
- Manage the setup and operation of the financial module, covering the full creditors and debtors cycle, including invoices, debit/credit notes, and claims.
- Automate the capture and linking of Proof of Delivery (POD) documents to improve delivery tracking and reduce manual effort.
- Develop and maintain sales vs. budget reporting tools, and manage the API integration of financial data into the central accounting system.
- Partner with international developers to maintain and improve a custom Excel-to-system import tool, enabling the efficient upload of large volumes of financial transactions.
- Replace manual ad hoc transaction entry with structured imports, significantly reducing admin time and increasing accuracy.
- Build and update live dashboards that provide real-time insights into operations and financial performance, including alerts for uninvoiced loads.
- Continuously improve processes through the integration of finance, systems, and data, ensuring scalable and efficient financial operations.
RequirementsREQUIRMENTS:- ACMA, CGMA-qualified Management Accountant (or equivalent).
- 1-2 years post Articles experience.
- Strong understanding of financial management, reporting, costing, and strategic advisory.
- Solid experience using financial systems and tools including SAP, PowerBI, Excel, and Xero.
- Comfortable working across multiple industries with a focus on process improvement and value creation.
- Able to communicate confidently with executives and work collaboratively with both senior and junior team members.
- Exposure to finance process consulting, IT audits, and data analytics is a plus.
PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES:- Critical thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to translate numbers into actionable insights.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Comfortable operating in fast-paced, multi-industry environments.
BenefitsBENEFITS:- Exposure to Diverse Industries
- High-Impact Work with Executive Visibility
- Career Progression Opportunities
- Respected Employer Brand
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