Financial Manager

kpOPTIM; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consulting firm in Cape Town is seeking a Finance Manager to lead financial operations and support strategic decision-making. You will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and performance analysis while driving automation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance and over 5 years' experience in a finance leadership role. This full-time position offers a vibrant work environment valuing collaboration and innovation.

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Autonomy in a fast-paced environment

Opportunity to build a financial department

Qualifications

• Proven experience of 5+ years in a Finance Manager or similar role.
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management.
• High proficiency in financial software and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the finance function including management accounts and forecasting.
• Lead the budget planning and financial performance reviews.
• Drive automation and digitisation across finance processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Commercial acumen

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Zoho Books

Excel (Advanced)

Power BI

Job description

Our business operates at the intersection of data logistics and strategy, providing optimisation and consulting services that unlock measurable efficiency for our clients across multiple industries.

We are a purpose‑driven company believing deeply in unlocking potential through community.

Our culture is built on core values that guide every decision and interaction: Collaborative, Agile, Ethical, Efficient.

With consistent triple‑digit growth year‑on‑year, you’ll be joining a high‑performance team that thrives on innovation, precision and impact.

This role places you at the financial heart of a business that’s scaling fast where numbers don’t just record results – they shape strategy and drive purpose.

It is an in‑office position based in Claremont, Cape Town.

Duties & Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Management

• Oversee the entire finance function from management accounts to forecasting and financial modelling.
• Prepare, review and present monthly management accounts, cash‑flow reports and variance analyses.
• Lead budget planning, cost control and financial performance reviews.
• Provide financial insight to support strategic decisions across logistics, data and consulting divisions.

Process, Systems & Automation

• Drive automation and digitisation across finance.
• Collaborate with the Data Insights team to align operational and financial data for real‑time business intelligence.
• Implement internal controls, reconciliation processes and reporting automation to improve accuracy and scalability.

Team & Operational Oversight

• Manage and mentor, encouraging performance development and accuracy.
• Liaise with external accountants for statutory VAT and tax compliance.
• Partner with internal business units (data transport and client consulting) to ensure financial clarity and commercial accountability.

Ideal Candidate and Requirements

You’ll thrive here if you’re both analytical and strategic – someone who loves working with numbers but also understands the story they tell about people, processes and performance.

• Commercially savvy with a sharp understanding of how data translates to value.
• Driven and hands‑on, not afraid to dive into details while building for scale.
• Tech‑enabled and confident working with systems like Zoho Books, Excel (Advanced), Power BI or similar tools.
• Collaborative and adaptable, comfortable in a fast‑growing evolving business.
• Purpose‑aligned, bringing empathy, ethics and energy to every interaction.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Management Accounting or Commerce (CIMA / SAIPA / SAICA advantage).
• 35+ years experience in a Finance Manager or Management Accountant role.
• Demonstrated experience in management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cash‑flow management.
• High proficiency in Excel and Zoho Books (or similar accounting systems).
• Exposure to data analytics or operations‑driven industries (logistics, FMCG, consulting or tech) preferred.

What We Offer

• A fast‑paced growth environment where autonomy and ownership are encouraged.
• Mentorship from a highly experienced CA(SA) and support from external accounting teams.
• The opportunity to build and lead your own financial department in a business that’s scaling rapidly.
• A culture that values innovation, teamwork and unlocking potential through community.
• A workplace that embodies our values: Collaborative, Agile, Ethical and Efficient.

Your CV will not be considered unless, as a minimum, your submission follows the instructions below:

• Motivational letter based on the job specification.
• 1‑page CV (no more).
• Profile photo.

Send your application in that order to the specified email. Pnet and other associated emails will not be reviewed or responded to.

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: 5+ years

Vacancy: 1