Temp Reporting Financial Manager

OneMCI; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance company in Cape Town is seeking a Reporting FM to join their finance team on a temporary contract. The role involves managing reporting requirements and ensuring compliance with financial governance. Ideal candidates should have a BCom degree, professional accounting qualification, and at least 5 years of experience in enhancing finance functions. Immediate availability is required.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Annual Leave

Career Growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years post-article experience.
• Proven track record in building or enhancing finance functions processes and systems.
• Experience working with multi-currency environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial and compliance reporting requirements.
• Prepare and monitor the financial calendar for timely completion.
• Guide the preparation of management accounts.

Skills

Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel proficiency

Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills

Strong financial acumen

Education

BCom or equivalent financial degree

Professional qualification with a recognized accounting body

Job description

LOCATION

Cape Town ZA

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

PAY TYPES

Salary

POSITION OVERVIEW

At MCI we are committed to fostering an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers access continuous learning and development opportunities and contribute to the success of a globally expanding industry-leading organization.

We are seeking a motivated detail-oriented Reporting FM to join our finance team on a 45-month temporary contract.

The Reporting FM plays a pivotal role in strengthening financial governance they support the Finance Team in delivering accurate and timely results to the Executive Leadership Team and shareholders. The position ensures a robust financial control environment and consistent compliance with company policies. It also drives continuous process improvement.

The successful candidate will be proactive confident and adaptable in a dynamic environment. They will be highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure and meet deadlines. Strong communication skills are essential with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly to non-financial colleagues. The role requires a team player who can also work independently applying initiative and sound judgement to resolve challenges.

Must be available to start immediately.

To be considered for this role you must complete a full application on our company careers page including all screening questions and a brief pre-employment test.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage financial and compliance reporting requirements.
• Prepare and monitor the financial calendar to ensure timely completion of activities.
• Guide the preparation of management accounts and investigate technical accounting issues.
• Review and validate financial data for accuracy and completeness.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of accounting policies.
• Assist with budgeting forecasting and short- to medium-term financial planning.
• Support transactional finance operations and promote automation opportunities through technology.
• Participate in the implementation and optimization of the General Ledger and other financial systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations and manage operational bank accounts.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and monitoring.
• Act as a key point of contact during external audits.
• Maintain and update transfer pricing documentation to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Partner with Finance teams to provide real-time financial insights to stakeholders.
• Provide financial expertise and support for special projects as required.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS POSITION

All positive and driven applicants are encouraged to apply. The Ideal candidates for this position are highly motivated and dedicated and should possess the below qualities :

• BCom or equivalent financial degree.
• Professional qualification with a recognized accounting body (SAIPA SAICA AGA CIMA ACCA).
• Minimum of 5 years post-article experience.
• Proven track record in building or enhancing finance functions processes and systems.
• Experience working with multi-currency environments and preparing or supporting consolidated accounts.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
• Knowledge of global accounting standards including US GAAP and IFRS.
• Experience in system implementation and process improvement.
• Methodical process-driven approach with strong problem-solving ability.
• Excellent collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to interpret and present complex data.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.
• Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and / or security investigation with a fingerprint. Job offers are contingent on background / security investigation results.
• Must be willing to submit to drug screening. Job offers are contingent on drug screening results. (Does not apply in Canada)

Subject to the program and location of the position

COMPENSATION DETAILS

WANT AN EMPLOYER THAT VALUES YOUR CONTRIBUTION

At MCI we believe that your hard work deserves recognition and reward. Our compensation and benefits packages are designed to be competitive and to grow with you over time. Starting compensation is based on experience and we offer a variety of benefits and incentives to support and reward our team members.

What You Can Expect from MCI :

We understand the importance of balance and support which is why we offer a variety of benefits that go beyond Salary. Our team members enjoy :

• Annual Leave : Earn paid time off to rest recharge or attend to personal matters.
• Health Benefits : After probation employees qualify for Medical Insurance. This gives you access to general practitioners chronic medication basic dental and optical care as well as emergency services ensuring essential healthcare support and peace of mind.
• Career Growth : We prioritize internal promotions and offer clear pathways for advancement across departments.
• Paid Training : Gain valuable skills and knowledge while earning a salary.
• Positive Work Environment : Join a collaborative team-oriented culture that values engagement and support.
• Casual Dress Code : Enjoy a relaxed dress policy that lets you work comfortably.

Compensation & Benefits that Fit Your Life

MCI takes pride in tailoring our offerings to fit the needs of our diverse team across subsidiaries and locations. While specific benefits and incentives may vary by geography the core of our commitment remains the same : rewarding effort providing growth opportunities and creating an environment where every employee feels valued.

If youre ready to join a company that recognizes your contributions and supports your growth MCI is the place for you. Apply today!

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job the employee will be largely sedentary and will be required to sit / stand for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee will be regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment including a phone copier and printer. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office to accomplish tasks; reach in any direction; raise or lower objects move objects from place to place hold onto objects and move or exert force up to forty (40) pounds.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) it is the policy of MCI and its affiliates to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment. If reasonable accommodations are needed please contact Human Resources.

DIVERSITY AND EQUALITY

At MCI and its subsidiaries we embrace differences and believe diversity is a benefit to our employees our company our customers and our community. All aspects of employment at MCI are based solely on a persons merit and qualifications. MCI maintains a work environment free from discrimination one where employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling MCIs commitment to a diverse and equal opportunity work environment.

MCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age ancestry color family or medical care leave gender identity or expression genetic information marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation protected veteran status race religion sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws regulations and will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local and federal requirements.

MCI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment including recruitment hiring training compensation promotion benefits social and recreational programs and discipline . In addition it is the policy of MCI to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws regulations and ordinances where an employee works.

ABOUT MCI (PARENT COMPANY)

MCI helps customers take on their CX and DX challenges differently creating industry-leading solutions that deliver exceptional experiences and drive optimal performance. MCI assists companies with business process outsourcing staff augmentation contact center customer services and IT Services needs by providing general and specialized hosting software staff and services.

In 2019 Marlowe Companies Inc. (MCI) was named by Inc. Magazine as Iowas Fastest Growing Company in the State of Iowa and was named the 452nd Fastest Growing Privately Company in the USA making the coveted top 500 for the first time. MCIs subsidiaries had previously made Inc. Magazines List of Fastest-Growing Companies 15 times respectively. MCI has ten business process outsourcing service delivery facilities in Georgia Florida Texas New Mexico California Kansas Nova Scotia South Africa and the Philippines.

Driving modernization through digitalization MCI ensures clients do more for less. MCI is the holding company for a diverse lineup of tech-enabled business services operating companies. MCI organically grows acquires and operates companies that have synergistic products and services portfolios including but not limited to Automated Contact Center Solutions (ACCS) customer contact management IT Services (IT Schedule 70) and Temporary and Administrative Professional Staffing (TAPS Schedule 736) Business Process Management (BPM) Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Claims Processing Collections Customer Experience Provider (CXP) Customer Service Digital Experience Provider (DXP) Account Receivables Management (ARM) Application Software Development Managed Services and Technology Services to mid-market Federal & enterprise partners. MCI now employs 10000 talented individuals with 150 diverse North American client partners across the following MCI brands : MCI BPO MCI BPOaaS MarketForce GravisApps Gravis Marketing MarchEast Mass Markets MCI Federal Services (MFS) OnBrand24 The Sydney Call Center Valor Intelligent Processing (VIP) BYC AquaEastWest BPO TeleTechnology and Vinculum.

DISCLAIMER

The purpose of the above job description is to provide potential candidates with a general overview of the role. Its not an all-inclusive list of the duties responsibilities skills and qualifications required for the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time for any reason.

Employment Type

Unclear

Experience

years

Vacancy

1