Job Opportunities at JUMO.WORLD

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• As Head of Internal Audit you will be accountable for managing the full Internal Audit function with respect to the Audit & Risk Committee’s expectations. The role holder will ensure that there are efficient and effective strategies and processes in place to continuously identify and evaluate risk across the business units and their operations. You will be based in South Africa & will report to the CFO.

You will

• Undertake the development of the annual risk-based internal audit plan for ratification by the Audit & Risk Committee (ARC)
• Pro-actively manage and execute the internal audit plan in line with the evolving risk profile and a rapidly changing environment. This includes any special requests by ARC as well as management
• Work directly with managers across operational areas to identify and communicate key risk issues within a variety of strategic and transactional processes
• Provide critical advice and monitoring, mainly with respect to key internal controls, reliability of financial information, risk management and governance processes
• Assist management with reporting and recommendations to mitigating high-risk areas
• Issue reports to the ARC and executive management, summarizing the results of audits
• Periodically provide information on the status and results of the audit plan, including significant changes in scope or coverage to the ARC for review and approval
• Advise the organisation on developments in the internal audit, governance and risk management environment
• Manage the budget for all internal audit activities with external service providers
• Coordinate with other oversight and assurance functions to develop a combined assurance view (i.e. risk management, compliance, co-sourced IA providers and external audit)
• Manage investigations, e.g. suspected frauds and other irregularities
• Assist with the development of robust corporate policies and procedures
• Ensure the continued professional competence and development of IA by way of relevant training

You will need

• Relevant tertiary qualifications within the Finance and/or Internal Audit space
• Relevant certification relevant to Internal Audit (i.e. CIA, IIA, CFE, etc.)
• A minimum of 10 - 12 years’ experience related to internal and/or external audit
• Sound knowledge of Corporate Governance and Risk Management
• Ability to plan company audits, execute audits, and report on control exceptions utilising a best practice risk-based internal audit methodology
• Confidence and independence with the ability to investigate and expose any non-compliance across the organisation
• Ability to communicate clearly and present results at ARC level
• Ability to build strong relationships internally and externally
• Ability to communicate with senior management and to effect change across a large and diverse organisation
• To be a resilient self-starter with ability to work to tight deadlines, multi-task, and prioritise in an often uncertain and intensive environment
• High computer software proficiency

Bonus if you have

• Experience working in a startup or growth environment
• Exposure to a Fintech and/or Technology business environment
• Emerging market experience

You will love

• Collaborating with smart, engaging people in an inspiring work environment
• Working for impact
• Growing and learning continuously, with loads of encouragement and support
• Boldly taking risks as we navigate new challenges
• Flexible work practices enabling your best delivery
• Being autonomous and empowered to lead

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• As Finance Project Lead you will be accountable for managing the projects within Finance across key deliverables which includes creating the roadmap of finance systems and databases, integrating different systems in order to have a database for Finance, and creating planning for short, long and medium plans.
• You will report to the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis.

You will 

• Lead financial projects within Jumo to ensure that Finance is a future fit.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for the delivery of projects and initiatives (Planning, reporting and analytical).
• Take delivery ownership of projects and initiatives and ensure committed timelines are met.
• Develop a fit-for-purpose solution and system architecture that will meet the financial planning and performance reporting needs of the organisation.
• Design and lead the implementation of a financial reporting platform.
• Design and lead the implementation of a planning, target-setting and reporting platform.
• Lead data modelling initiatives and the development of taxonomies and ontologies.
• Design, implement and monitor the necessary governance and controls for effective data management within the Finance environment.
• Implement data quality measurement, monitoring and controls.
• Analyse the business reporting and analytical requirements of the Finance and Business stakeholders and oversee the technical interpretation into technical specifications.
• Aid analytical resources in delivering new insights to inform the business in decision making.
• Develop and improve the analytical capabilities and toolsets of the organisation. Seek out areas that can be improved by enhancing practices and techniques, new skills and the deployment of new technologies.
• Stay abreast of developments in best practices and technologies and identify opportunities where these new developments could add value to the organization.

You will need

• Qualified Accountant (CA / CMA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), past qualification and years of experience are also considered
• Highly analytical and ability to apply judgement
• Advanced Excel (essential)
• Ability to work independently and drive delivery
• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills
• Ability to build and maintain working relationships
• Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks
• Excellent financial modelling & financial analysis
• Systematic and methodical approach to problem-solving and developing systems
• SQL / PostgreSQL (working knowledge advantageous)
• PowerPivot (working knowledge advantageous)
• PowerQuery (working knowledge advantageous)

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• As Legal Consultant, Debt Finance you will be accountable for delivering corporate finance solutions across debt and equity markets in a fast-paced and technical environment. This role is a 6 - month contract, with the potential to go permanent. You will report to Associate General Counsel, Capital Markets.   

You will 

• Deliver varied solutions to JUMO’s corporate finance needs. This means you will need to have a strong understanding of various debt and equity products and be able to think innovatively to apply your existing knowledge to JUMO’s business model
• Advise on legal, regulatory and commercial risks with respect to any particular agreement or financing structure. Understand key legal pitfalls of common financing structures and lender credit risk considerations
• Be accountable for transaction delivery. You will have strong deal management and execution skills from inception to post-closing on cross-border transactions for corporate M&A, private equity and debt finance. You will know how to unlock transaction stalemates and be able to identify when matters require escalation to unlock. You will have experience working with local counsel across a number of jurisdictions and with due diligence. You will have strong matter management and document management discipline
• Practice risk management. You will be able to identify risks, present strategic solutions and be willing to make decisions in consultation with your peers
• Support in Legal delivery of running a FinTech. This means you will assist team members in relation to employment matters, including employee share schemes, advise on corporate authorisations and general contractual queries, draft and negotiate NDAs, advise internal committees and be involved in JUMO’s governance strategies
• Research and solve for unique legal issues that could impact JUMO. As a growing company this may be in respect of problems or legal issues outside of your area of experience. You will need to be comfortable exploring areas outside of your experience and with limited internal resources. JUMO is aware that due to the varied specialisms required you may have more experience in some areas than others
• Draft, negotiate and analyse legal agreements appropriate to your PQE level with limited supervision

You will need

• A strong academic record with a degree (or higher) in law (or equivalent conversion qualification)
• Experience working in a leading private practice firm or in-house, with at least 5 years PQE. (Less than this will only be considered if you are able to demonstrate exceptional experience and that you meet all of the other requirements of the role.)
• US and/or UK financing experience, as this will be highly regarded
• To be a self-starter, a keen problem solver, mentally agile and able to apply existing knowledge to new and innovative circumstances
• Strong analytical and communication skills, including being able to assimilate and explain complex legal and commercial advice to a wide audience
• To be focused and willing to pitch in across responsibilities and team areas, as well as, be able to work across a number of different teams and jurisdictions in a remote-first environment
• To be willing to work on both exciting, strategic initiatives and less glamourous work required in the operation of a business

Bonus if you have 

• Experience with high profile equity transactions in both the listed and private sphere
• Exposure or a keen interest in social impact, AI and/or technology 
• Basic understanding of the tax environment and tax issues