Remote Job Opportunities at Creative CFO

THE POSITION

As part of our financial team, you will be the first line of support for our clients, acting as both accountant and financial manager to some of the most exciting businesses in South Africa and the UK. You will be assigned directly to clients and relate closely with them, becoming as passionate about their businesses as they are. And through seeing their wins as team wins, you’ll be driven to use that passion and your financial expertise to grow their businesses and proactively solve the challenges they face.

Responsibilities:

• Implement cloud-based financial systems for accounting, point of sale and inventory management
• Develop the internal accounting controls and processes to ensure accurate management reporting
• Provide high-level management support to a range of financial transactions including valuations, investment, resource and capital decisions
• Provide tax advice and compile tax returns to ensure compliance across payroll, vat, income tax

WHY APPLY

Become part of a small yet rapidly growing team and grab hold of the opportunity to:

• Work under leadership with a forward-thinking approach to work
• Receive intentional input and mentoring on your professional and personal development
• Be part of a close, vibrant office community that promotes creativity, wellness, and regular team-building events
• Join a team that recognises and celebrates individual contributions to team wins
• Get matched on your tuition spend and leave taken for ongoing education
• Enjoy a day’s paid leave on your birthday - it’s your day to celebrate you!
• Hybrid work set-up – currently 1x in-office day a month
• Work in great office space, if you prefer that
• Computer and related hardware provided
• Have flexible work hours
• Benefit from a Parental and Maternity Leave policy created for our team members

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Experience and Personal Qualities

Our business is built on the trust we develop with our clients as we serve as their financial managers. You would need to be able to engage clients at all levels with expertise, confidence and integrity.

• Proven experience as a financial manager or accountant
• Experience in running and/or working with small to medium-sized enterprises
• Solid understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, marketing etc.
• Accounting, Financial Statement Compilation and Taxation knowledge
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
• Working knowledge of IT and business infrastructure
• Strong interpersonal, supervisory and client service skills
• Outstanding organisational and leadership abilities
• Aptitude and confidence in decision-making and problem-solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• The ability to comfortably engage business owners and investors and ensure high-quality client relationships

Academic

• An accounting or finance degree from a leading university
• Articles or relevant financial manager experience
• Professional body membership

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The position:

As a Data Engineer at Creative CFO, you will be at the forefront of architecting, building, and maintaining our data infrastructure, supporting data-driven decision-making processes.

We are dedicated to optimising data flow and collection to enhance our financial clarity services for high-growth businesses. Join our dynamic and rapidly expanding team, committed to building a world where more SMEs thrive.
To be successful in the role you will need to:

Build and optimise data systems:

• Design, construct, install, test, and maintain highly scalable data management systems.
• Ensure systems meet business requirements and industry practices.
• Build high-performance algorithms, prototypes, predictive models, and proof of concepts.

Expertly process data:

• Develop batch processing and real-time data streaming capabilities.
• Read, extract, transform, stage, and load data to selected tools and frameworks as required.

Build data Integrations

• Work closely with data analysts, data scientists, and other stakeholders to assist with data-related technical issues and support their data infrastructure needs.
• Collaborate with data analytics and BI teams to improve data models that feed business intelligence tools, increasing data accessibility and fostering data-driven decision-making across the organisation.

Be versatile with technology

• Exhibit proficiency in ETL tools such as Apache NiFi or Talend and a deep understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases, including Postgres and Cassandra.
  Demonstrate expertise in at least one cloud services platform like Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform/Engine, or AWS.

Focus on quality assurance

• Implement systems for monitoring data quality, ensuring production data is always accurate and available for key stakeholders and business processes that depend on it.

Have a growth mindset

• Stay informed of the latest developments in data engineering, and adopt best practices to continuously improve the robustness and performance of data processing and storage systems.

Key skills & qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a Data Engineering role, with a proven track record of successful data infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and languages such as SQL, R, and Python.
• Strong knowledge of data modeling, data access, and data storage techniques.
• Proficiency in at least one of Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform/Engine, or AWS Lambda environments.
• Familiarity with data visualisation tools such as PowerBI, Pyramid, and Google Looker Studio.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills to convey technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies

Relevant experience required:

• Previous roles might include Data Engineer, Data Systems Developer, or similar positions with a focus on building and maintaining scalable, reliable data infrastructures.
• Strong experience in API development, integration, and management. Proficient in RESTful and SOAP services, with a solid understanding of API security best practices
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, demonstrating the ability to adapt to changing needs and technologies.

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Position Summary:

As part of our financial team, you will join in on a quest to deliver compliance, efficiency and growth to some of the most exciting businesses in South Africa and the UK. Numbers and processes are a key part of an exciting bigger picture for you. You know that by using your accounting expertise and eye for detail to keep the numbers in check, you’ll give your clients peace of mind to focus on what they’re most passionate about. It’s a win-win and you’re excited to play for the team.

Responsibilities

You'll be working with the best technology, an exciting high-growth client base and a premier team. As you do, you'll be:

• Preparing financial data (sales, bank statements, expenses) and providing bookkeeping support to clients
• Collating company documents and preparing SARS registration packs
• Assisting in a client's operational processes such as cash up sheets and stock counts
• Assisting in the compilation of tax returns to ensure compliance across payroll, vat, income tax
• Playing a supporting role to our accountants by assisting them with the preparation of management packs, quantitative and qualitative data analysis for improved management decision-making and statutory returns
• Assisting in the implementation of cloud-based financial systems for accounting, point of sale and inventory management
• Developing the internal accounting controls and processes to ensure accurate reporting
• Reconciling information on the world's number 1 cloud-based accounting software XERO
• Adding shareholder value

Why Apply:

Become part of a small yet rapidly growing team and grab hold of the opportunity to:

• Work under leadership with a forward-thinking approach to work
• Receive intentional input and mentoring on your professional and personal development
• Be part of a close, vibrant office community that promotes creativity, wellness, and regular team-building events
• Join a team that recognises and celebrates individual contributions to team wins
• Get matched on your tuition spend and leave taken for ongoing education
• Enjoy a day’s paid leave on your birthday - it’s your day to celebrate you!
• Hybrid work set-up – currently 1x in-office day a month
• Work in great office space, if you prefer that
• Computer and related hardware provided
• Have flexible work hours
• Benefit from a Parental and Maternity Leave policy created for our team members