Job Description

The Opportunity: Strategy Meets Execution We are seeking a high-caliber CA(SA) for a critical interim role within a fast-paced, agile energy business. As the team is lean and high-performing, this position requires a unique blend of strategic depth and operational agility.
You will be joining during a pivotal interim financial period, playing a lead role in high-level investor reporting while ensuring the day-to-day financial operations are executed with precision.
Key Responsibilities

• Investor Reporting & Funding: Prepare critical reports for current investors and manage reporting requirements for new funding streams.
• Full-Function Management: Take ownership of accounting transactions, complex reconciliations, and the entire finance function.
• Interim Period Leadership: Manage the reporting cycle to ensure compliance with IFRS and local regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on Operations: As part of an agile team, you will "roll up your sleeves" to handle everything from complex financial tasks to fundamental duties like payments and recons.
• Systems & Compliance: Ensure the integrity of financial data within a group structure.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Qualified CA(SA) is essential.
• Experience: 5-7+ years of post-article experience, ideally within energy, financial services, or investment environments.
• Technical Depth: Expert knowledge of IFRS, taxation, and the South African Companies Act.
• Systems: Proficiency in SAGE (X3/Intacct), CaseWare, or similar high-level ERP systems.
• Mindset: You must be a "self-starter" who is comfortable working without a large support staff, balancing high-level strategy with daily operational tasks.

Why This Role?

• Work directly with a high-caliber leadership team.
• High-impact exposure to investor relations and funding cycles.
• Modern hybrid working model in the heart of Sandton.

• Location: Sandton, Johannesburg (Hybrid: 3 Days Office / 2 Days Remote)
• Duration: at least 3 Months

How to Apply Email your CV to: info@sapientis.co.za (Reference: CFM_GP)

Skills Required