Operations & Fund Investment Finance Manager

RecruitMyMom; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment fund management company is seeking a Senior Operations and Finance Manager in Cape Town to oversee operational and financial functions. This hybrid role involves managing investment structures and ensuring compliance across entities. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a detail-oriented mindset, and strong financial expertise. This position provides significant exposure to diverse stakeholders in a dynamic environment, contributing to the company's growth strategy across Africa.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in operations and finance management.
• Experience in investment fund management is preferred.
• Strong understanding of governance and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee all operational functions of the fund management business.
• Manage investment structures and fund reporting processes.
• Coordinate with local and international stakeholders.

Skills

Operational management

Financial analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Governance and compliance

Detail-oriented

Job description

Operations & Fund Investment Finance Manager

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 20/01/2026

• Location Type Hybrid (Part office, Part remote)
• Job Type Permanent
• Remuneration Term Per Month
• Date Opened 20/01/2026
• State/Province Western Cape
• City/Town Cape Town
• Country South Africa

Job Description

An established investment fund management company is seeking an experienced Senior Operations and Finance Manager to take ownership of its operational and financial functions as the business expands its funds and portfolio across South Africa and the African continent. In line with the company’s Employment Equity Plan and the Employment Equity Act, suitably qualified candidates from designated groups (Black, Coloured and Indian) are encouraged to apply.

This is a senior, full-time, hybrid role working closely with the partners and investment team, with significant exposure to portfolio companies, local and international investors, service providers, and regulatory bodies. The position is suited to a highly detail-oriented, financially strong, and operationally hands-on professional who thrives in a high-performance, impact-driven environment.

The Senior Operations and Finance Manager will be responsible for implementing, overseeing, and being accountable for all operational and selected financial aspects of the fund management business. This includes managing investment structures, fund reporting, governance and compliance, stakeholder coordination, and operational processes across multiple local and international entities.