Job title: Financial Operations & Governance Lead
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Cape Town, Southern Suburbs
Job published: 05/11/2025
Job ID: 68645

Job Description

We’re partnering with a forward-thinking digital manufacturing company on a mission to transform how finance supports the business. No more back-office number-crunching, this team is insight-led, tech-enabled, and obsessed with adding value. And now, they’re looking for a Financial Operations and Governance Lead to help take this transformation to the next level.

Why This Role?

It’s a newly created position with real influence. You’ll lead core operational finance teams, from Accounts Payable and Receivable to Capex and Cashbook, while embedding smarter systems, stronger controls, and a high-performance culture. If you’re energised by process improvement, coaching others, and driving governance, this is your platform to lead, optimise, and make a measurable impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead and develop a collaborative team across AP, AR, Capex, and Cashbook
  • Oversee daily banking, supplier payments, and customer receipts, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Own and improve cash flow forecasting to support working capital optimisation
  • Drive system automation and streamline financial workflows within the ERP
  • Embed governance frameworks and ensure financial policy adherence
  • Promote a culture of accountability, agility, and continuous improvement

What You’ll Bring

  • CA(SA) qualification with completed SAICA articles, open to newly qualified professionals
  • Solid understanding of AP/AR, cashbook, capex, and general financial operations
  • Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting
  • Natural problem-solver with a strong eye for detail and process efficiency
  • High ethical standards, a compliance mindset, and a passion for doing things right
  • Strong communicator and team mentor who leads by example

What’s In It for You

  • Join a global leader in digital ink manufacturing, known for innovation and quality
  • Be part of a high-impact finance transformation that values tech, talent, and transparency
  • Lead a tight-knit team and help shape systems and processes from the ground up
  • Work in a culture that values people, improvement, and forward thinking

This is more than a finance job, it’s your opportunity to lead change and leave a legacy.

Apply now or reach out to learn more.

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