Operations Manager (Cloud Accounting Practice)

Iridium; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 750 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud accounting firm in Cape Town is seeking an Operations Manager to drive efficiency and oversee system optimization. You will play a critical role in ensuring operational excellence and compliance with regulations. Candidates should have 5 years of relevant experience, a CA(SA) qualification, and a strong grasp of cloud-based systems. This position offers a hybrid work model and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Health & Fitness benefits

Remote-friendly flexible hours

Casual dress environment

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in cloud accounting business operations or systems management.
• Experience in implementing automated systems.
• Strong understanding of risk management, compliance, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of the business by optimizing systems and processes.
• Monitor and improve information management systems.
• Lead business process enhancements to drive efficiency.

Skills

Cloud accounting business operations

Process improvement

Systems management

Risk management

Compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

CA(SA) or similar qualification

Tools

Google Suite

Xero

Dext

Simple Pay

Job description

Operations Manager (Cloud Accounting Practice) Cape Town (Hybrid)

Drive efficiency. Strengthen systems. Power the future of cloud accounting.

Why this role

Join one of South Africas leading cloud accounting firms as an Operations Manager . In this role youll ensure the smooth running of our business by optimising systems processes and compliance. Youll be at the heart of strategy performance and operational excellence making sure our people platforms and workflows run at their best.

What youll be doing

• Standards & Strategy Establish and maintain business standards for accuracy productivity and reliability.
• Systems & Analytics Monitor measure and improve information management systems and analytics across operations.
• Continuous Improvement Lead business process and system enhancements to drive efficiency.
• Operational Oversight
• Reporting
• Risk & Compliance Oversee risk management and ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.
• Ad Hoc Projects Take ownership of business improvement initiatives as they arise.

Manage the efficiency of daily business functions and ensure smooth delivery.

Prepare reports on the performance of internal controls processes and systems and recommend improvements.

What you bring

• 5 years experience in cloud accounting business operations process improvement or systems management.
• A CA(SA) or similar qualification.
• Experience in implementing automated systems and proven ability to design manage and optimise processes and systems.
• Proficiency with Google Suite Xero Dext Simple Pay and similar cloud-based systems.
• Meticulous attention to detail deadline and solution-driven
• Strong understanding of risk management compliance and internal controls and excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage across teams.

Why youll love working with us

• Work with cutting-edge cloud accounting systems and modern workflows.
• Accelerate your career growth in a fast-paced supportive environment.
• Be part of a values-driven team that genuinely cares about people and performance.
• Ongoing leadership coaching and professional development.

Who we are

Iridium is a market-leading cloud accounting firm at the intersection of finance and technology. We partner with high-growth SMEs transforming how they do business through smart systems sound financial thinking and real human connection.

Weve been recognised as :

• Xero Partner of the Year South Africa (2023)
• Xero App Integrator of the Year South Africa (2025)
• Shortlisted in 2021 & 2022 as Xero Partner of the Year and also as Digital Practice Champions in 2025.

Our clients are ambitious purpose-driven entrepreneurs and we love helping them thrive!

What makes us different

• Health & Fitness First Wellness benefits to support an active lifestyle.
• Flexibility Remote-friendly flexible hours to balance life and performance.
• Relaxed Culture Casual dress regular social events and a team that values connection.

Find out More -

Iridium Website

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Practice Management,Veterinary Experience,Enterprise Architecture,Office Manager Experience,Enterprise Software,Healthcare Management,IaaS,TOGAF,Medical office experience,Conflict Management,COBIT,Customer relationship management

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Accounting

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1