Vacancies at wePlace

Roles and responsibilities:

Financial Strategy and Planning

• Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with the company’s business objectives, industry trends, and growth opportunities.
• Lead long-term financial planning, including budgeting and forecasting, investment planning, and risk management, to support business sustainability and scalability.
• Drive strategic cost management initiatives and optimise profitability through pricing strategies, cost-saving initiatives, and financial analysis.

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Oversee timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly management accounts, and annual financial statements in compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analyses to inform decision-making, identifying risks, opportunities, and trends in telecommunications.
• Present financial results and recommendations to the executive team and board, articulating financial performance and key metrics in an understandable format.

Operational Financial Management

• Ensure robust financial management of day-to-day operations, including accounts payable and receivable, billing, payroll, and cash flow management.
• Drive operational efficiencies and implement improvements to streamline financial processes, reduce costs, and improve profitability.
• Maintain the control environment and sure policies, procedures and compliance are maximised

Regulatory Compliance and Governance

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards specific to the telecommunications industry, including IFRS, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Co-ordinate the annual financial planning process and work with external auditors to maintain transparency, accuracy, and accountability in financial reporting.
• Manage tax compliance, policies, and procedures.

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, technology, sales and operations, to align financial strategies with business objectives.
• Act as a finance partner and advisor to executives, providing insight and support for strategic business decisions.

Stakeholders

• Act as the primary point of contact for financial matters with internal and external stakeholders.
• Engage with shareholders and other partners, ensuring transparent communication and alignment of financial expectations.

Skill Requirements and Personal Attributes
Education:

• An Honours degree in Accounting with completed Audit Articles.
• CA (SA) certification is highly advantageous.

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in a senior finance role, preferably within the telecommunications or technology industry.

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Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 

• Sourcing candidates for vacancies
• Posting adverts
• Building a candidate pipeline 
• Typing Candidate CV's 
• Interviewing Candidates
• General administration

 Minimum requirements

• Tertiary education 
• Strong Microsoft Office Skills – non-negotiable
• Working well under pressure
• Good and effective communication skills

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Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing their inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developing a deep understanding of their needs, challenges, and goals.
• Collaborate with other internal teams to ensure smooth client onboarding and ongoing account management.
• Identify and capitalize on opportunities to upsell and cross-sell products or services to existing clients.
• Manage and track client engagement and satisfaction, proactively addressing any issues or challenges that arise.
• Prepare and present regular reports on client performance and revenue growth to management.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve client management strategies.
• Develop and execute client retention and expansion strategies, with a focus on achieving revenue targets and increasing customer lifetime value.
• Ensure all client communication and documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with company policies and regulations.

Technical and Professional Expertise:

• Degree (preferred not required)
• Some experience in client management or account management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
• Experience with Excel or Google Sheets.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong sense of accountability and attention to detail