Fintech Finance Manager — Data-Driven, Hybrid (Cape Town)

Black Pen Recruitment; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Finance Manager for a fast-moving payments startup in Cape Town. This role demands a strong background in financial management, data analysis skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. The company offers a hybrid work model and the opportunity to drive financial strategy and operational leadership. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and CA(SA) qualification are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of post-articles experience in roles like Financial Manager or Financial Controller.
• Experience in banking, fintech, or payments environments is a significant advantage.
• Proactive and adaptable in fast-changing startup environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement financial policies and internal controls.
• Monitor daily cash flows and payments operations.
• Manage the full payment lifecycle.
• Develop dashboards and KPIs to track performance.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with IFRS/GAAP.

Skills

SQL

Data analysis tools (Python, PowerBI)

Financial management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Qualified CA(SA)

Tools

SQL

Python

PowerBI

Job description

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Finance Manager for a fast-moving payments startup in Cape Town. This role demands a strong background in financial management, data analysis skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. The company offers a hybrid work model and the opportunity to drive financial strategy and operational leadership. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and CA(SA) qualification are required.