Job Description

Not your typical Finance Manager role. This is a build, lead and stabilise opportunity in a global business - perfect for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and making things work.
Who is the client?
Our client is a well-established, global professional services organisation operating across the US, Europe and emerging markets. They are transitioning part of their finance shared services function from abroad to South Africa and are looking to appoint a permanent Finance Shared Services Manager to lead this change.
What will you be doing:
This is a hands-on finance operations leadership role, focused on shared services and consulting / project billing.
You will:

• Lead the transition of the finance shared services function from the abroad to South Africa
• Build and manage a local shared services team in South Africa
• Take ownership of AR, AP, consulting billing, commissions and month-end processes
• Oversee and troubleshoot system integrations between project accounting and ERP systems
• Act as the link between Finance and IT to ensure data accuracy and process efficiency
• Improve controls, processes and automation within the shared services environment
• Engage closely with internal stakeholders and international counterparts

What the role requires:

• Relevant degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field
• Minimum 5 - 8 years' experience in a shared services or outsourced consultancy environment
• Strong experience in project-based billing environments
• Solid understanding of ERP systems (NetSuite advantageous) and project accounting systems
• Good working knowledge of system integrations and finance process flows
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

What's in it for you:

• Permanent role within a global, well-structured organisation
• Opportunity to lead and shape a shared services function in South Africa
• Flexible working arrangements and a people-centric culture
• Exposure to international operations and stakeholders
• A role that offers both operational ownership and process improvement opportunities

If you have not received feedback within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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