Operations And Finance Consultant (Remote)

Jean-Mari Hellig Consult; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an Operations and Finance Consultant to support their financial operations and client services. This role involves managing invoicing, conducting financial analysis, and liaising with outside accountants. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in finance and operations, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to engage senior stakeholders. The position allows for remote work and is based in Cape Town, with the option to relocate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in finance and operations.
• Ability to analyze data.
• Experience with contracts and legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly invoicing and payments.
• Conduct P&L and cashflow reviews.
• Oversee payroll management for freelancers.
• Review and implement MSA and contracts.
• Schedule interviews and onboard new hires.

Skills

Finance and operations experience

Data analysis capability

Contract management

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Tools

Xero accounting software

Job description

Job Title : Operations and Finance Consultant

A company in Cape Town is looking for an operations and finance consultant to join their team.

Duties & Responsibilities

This role will play a critical part in ensuring our service to clients and independent professionals is prompt and professional, as well as helping keep a tight rein on all financial matters at the company.

Finance

• Monthly invoicing and payments
• P&L and cashflow review and projections
• Finance analysis and reporting
• Regular liaison with external accountants
• Payroll management for freelancers

Contracting

• MSA reviews and implementation, including vendor registration work
• Drafting of freelancer contracts and addendums
• Liaison with client procurement and HR teams to ensure signing of contracts
• Review, drafting and maintenance of key legal documents, such as NDAs, consulting contracts, etc.
• Client and sales analysis and reporting

Customer Service Assistant

• Scheduling of interviews and meetings
• Onboarding and offboarding processes

People Orientation

• Onboarding of new hires
• Team events and staff engagement

Desired Experience & Qualification

• 2 years' experience in finance and operations
• Highly numerate, and able to conduct analysis and work with data
• Experience working with contracts and legal documents
• Detail oriented with strong organisational skills
• Ability to engage and manage senior stakeholders
• Good skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Xero accounting would be an advantage
• Willingness to work from home and office
• Located in Cape Town or a willingness to relocate to Cape Town