Fractional Finance Manager at RecruitMyMom

Job Description

• This is a remote position.
• An EdTech entity is looking for a Fractional Finance Manager to support its scaling operations in a fully remote and flexible capacity, approximately 15 hours per month. Positioned within a lean, virtual environment, this role is critical for ensuring robust financial health by leveraging modern cloud-based tools and providing high-level independent support to the leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Oversight & Reporting: Execute full-function monthly bookkeeping and reconciliations, ensuring accurate reporting up to the balance sheet level.
• Compliance Management: Manage all SARS e-filing submissions, including VAT returns, and ensure full compliance with South African tax legislation and COIDA annual return requirements.
• Payroll & Treasury: Oversee the monthly payroll processing for a small team and manage the secure loading of bank payments.
• Annual Financial Preparation: Lead the preparation of annual financial statements, ensuring adherence to relevant accounting standards.
• Process Optimisation: Support a lean start-up model through the smart deployment and implementation of cloud-based accounting systems and integrated online tools.

Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a finance lead or management role, specifically within an SME or start-up environment.
• Technical Expertise: Proven track record in preparing financial statements and a deep understanding of South African tax laws.
• Remote Capability: Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively in a virtual, high-output setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional registration (e.g., SAIPA or AGA(SA)) is advantageous.
• Experience within the education or technology sectors.

Required Software Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel.
• SARS e-Filing.
• Cloud-based Accounting Systems (e.g., Xero, Sage One, or Zoho Books).
• Online Collaboration Tools (e.g., Slack, Google Workspace, or Trello).