Finance Operations Analyst

Our client is an innovative pay-as-you-go solar startup. They make life better for everyday households in Africa where they build amazing tech to help bring access to energy, internet and opportunity to people who otherwise wouldn’t. Our client is a dynamic, hardworking team that values flexibility and focuses on results over office hours. They are resourceful and budget-conscious, whether they are traveling or working. They believe in resilience, self-reliance, and long-term sustainability. With our client your career growth is driven by your ambitions, from expanding your role to exploring new areas of the business.



Role Overview

The Finance Operations Analyst is responsible for managing and optimizing financial processes across multiple markets and platforms. This includes executing and overseeing payments, performing reconciliations, and validating financial data to ensure accuracy across systems. The role supports budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling in Excel/Google Sheets, assists with tax submissions—including VAT, withholding tax, and duties—and helps manage cash flow across entities to maintain liquidity.

Additionally, responsibilities include contributing to audit preparation, compliance, and internal control processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting and financial workflows. A key focus is designing and automating financial processes using SQL, Python, and low-code platforms to drive efficiency and business continuity.

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Candidate Location: South Africa

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Type: Full time/Permanent

Salary: $1 500 - $2 200 per month

Requirements

• Degree or qualification in Accounting, Management Accounting or Finance
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (experience with SQL, Python, or data manipulation is advantageous)
• Experience with tax, accounting, or treasury processes
• Comfortable working with new technologies and evolving systems
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across geographies