Finance & Operations Manager

Reference: HC005618-Robyn-1

Finance & Operations Manager

Location: Cape Town (Hybrid)

Duties & Responsibilities

About the Company

A fast-growing Cape Town-based technology business is transforming a traditional industry through smart digital solutions. With rapid expansion across South Africa and international growth plans, the business offers an innovative, tech-enabled service model focused on efficiency, convenience, and sustainability.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic startup environment where your contribution will have a direct impact on growth and operational success.

The Role

We are seeking a highly organised and versatile Finance & Operations Manager to join the Cape Town team. This hybrid role combines financial administration responsibilities with operational and office management duties.

You will manage invoicing, reconciliations, supplier coordination, purchasing, and day-to-day office operations while helping improve internal systems and processes as the business scales.

Key Responsibilities

Finance / Accounting

• Prepare and issue accurate client invoices
• Reconcile bank accounts, payments, suppliers, and customer accounts
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Assist with monthly reporting, cashflow summaries, and financial administration
• Support onboarding of new suppliers and vendors
• Work with management to improve and automate finance processes

Operations / Office Management

• Handle incoming client requests and ensure timely resolution
• Manage supplier relationships and coordinate service providers
• Oversee purchasing of stock, hardware, and office supplies
• Maintain organised office operations, scheduling, and logistics
• Support business growth through process improvements and operational efficiency
• Assist with ad hoc projects in a fast-paced startup environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business, or similar
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in finance/accounting
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in operations, office management, or administration
• Strong reconciliations, invoicing, and supplier management experience
• Proficiency in Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar accounting systems
• Strong Excel / Google Sheets / Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent communication and organisational ability
• Able to multitask, take initiative, and work independently

Advantageous Experience

• Startup or high-growth business exposure
• Inventory / procurement management
• Automation tools or systems integration exposure
• Tech, logistics, mobility, or services industry experience

Why Apply?

• Join a rapidly growing, innovative business
• Opportunity to grow into a broader leadership role
• Hybrid working model
• Exposure to modern systems and automation
• Work directly with founders and decision-makers
• Make a visible impact in a scaling company

Package & Remuneration

• R 400000
• R 500000
• Annually