Finance Manager

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

https://www.mncjobs.co.za/company/switch-recruit

Job Description

Our client, a fast-growing courier and logistics company, is looking for a driven and tech-savvy Finance Manager to join their team in Johannesburg.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business focused on strengthening its financial systems, improving operational efficiency and building long-term stability.
Responsibilities:

Drive financial automation and fiscal discipline across the business.
Systems, Technology and Automation.
Project Leadership.
Invoicing Automation.
Continuous Improvement.

Objectives:

Zero-Touch Payouts: Implementation of a fully automated driver payment system.
DSO Reduction: A measurable decrease in the time between delivery and payment collection through automated invoicing.
Audit Readiness: Transitioning the books to a state where an external audit can be completed with zero material findings.
Reporting Speed: Reducing the month-end close cycle by 50% through systems integration.

Requirements:

3+ years post-articles experience in finance/accounting.
Proven experience in high-volume logistics, marketplace, or fintech environments.
Advanced Excel and SQL skills.
Experience working with modern finance technology stacks.
Proven ability to move from manual to automated systems.