Senior Finance Manager at Snatch.work

• A UK-based Private Equity firm is seeking a Senior Financial Manager to run the group finance function while overseeing a small finance team in their Cape Town office.
• The candidate will manage the day-to-day accounting function as well as be involved in some of the basic operational activities of running a fast-growing company.

Roles and Responsibilities

• We are seeking individuals with a positive attitude to join our youthful, culturally diverse, and internationally focused team.
• The ideal candidate should be confident in presenting their ideas to senior leadership and contributing to a high-growth environment.
• Prior experience in managing large-scale transactions in industries such as funding, recruitment, and high-volume sales is crucial.
• Familiarity with UK businesses and financial structures, as well as experience working with them, is necessary.
• Bonus points for those with experience in the UK recruitment industry.
• The ability to oversee systems, process improvement and automation projects is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced knowledge, is a must.
• The ability to present financial reports to management and participate in senior management meetings is crucial.
• A collaborative, high-performance attitude and a love for working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment are highly valued.
• The ideal candidate should be comfortable with making fast decisions and embracing a guerrilla approach to business growth.
• Being a supportive team member and leader is a key aspect of the role.

Requirements:

• Eligible Professional Accountant (SA) / AGA (SA) / CIMA
• 3+ years of post-article experience with experience in a commercial role
• At least 1 year's experience in a managerial role
• English first language is preferred
• Previous experience in international markets will be highly regarded