Finance Supervisor (SA) at Palmpay

Role Summary:

• The Finance Supervisor will oversee financial operations, reporting, and controls for payments and mobile money services, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Supervise daily finance operations (reconciliations, settlements, and reporting)
•  Oversee wallet, merchant, and transaction reconciliations
•  Ensure accurate revenue recognition and cost tracking for payment services
•  Prepare financial reports and support monthend/yearend closing
•  Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls
•  Support audits (internal and external) and regulatory reporting
•  Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and settlement processes
•  Collaborate with Product, Operations, and Compliance teams
•  Identify process improvements and drive efficiency in finance operations
•  Supervise and guide junior finance staff

Requirements:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
•  4–7 years’ experience in fintech, banking, or financial services
•  Strong experience in payments, reconciliations, and settlements
•  Knowledge of South African financial regulations and reporting standards
•  Professional certification (e.g., CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA) is an advantage

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Financial reporting and compliance knowledge
• Stakeholder management
• Ability to work in a fastpaced environment