Renumeration: Market-related based on experience
Location: Melrose Arch, Johannesburg
Job level: Mid
Type: Permanent
About BridgementBridgement is breaking down the barriers to access finance for small businesses in South Africa. Traditional loans from banks and other lenders have a slow application process, have strict criteria, require a lot of documentation, and inflexible terms. In contrast, we use cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence to offer flexible finance online, with a 2-minute application, no documentation required, and a decision in a matter of hours. We're a well-funded fintech start-up, backed by Capricorn and the greater Yellowwoods group, best known for their investments in and ownership of Nandos, Hollard, Clientèle, Direct Axis, and Budget Group. Having won Xero's App of the Year award, we are proud to be recognised by a worldwide brand as a trusted and valued partner.
As a Financial Manager you will be responsible for managing disbursement of funds to clients, running verification checks, building and maintaining reports, financial reporting, and implementing business strategies.
You will be responsible for the following:Disbursement of funds to clients, including validating requests, managing disbursement processes and reconciling paymentsVerification checks, including conducting background/fraud checksReporting and data analysis, including building and maintaining BI financial reportsImplementing business strategies and special projectsFinancial reporting including preparing/reviewing financial reports, and analysing them to identify trends and areas for improvementEvaluating operational processes and procedures for efficiency and identifying potential improvement areas, implementing solutions, and tracking and reporting on their impactRequirementsProven experience in financial operations and management or a related roleStrong attention to detail and problem-solving skillsExcellent data analysis skills, with the ability to derive insights from complex data setsBasic understanding of financial managementExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlinesIt will be useful to have although not absolutely required:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, and/or a related professional qualification (e.g. CA(SA))Experience in related or similar sectors (e.g. lending, trade-finance, banking, insurance, accounting, FinTech, or technology/software sectors).Experience or certifications in BI (business intelligence) tools (e.g. PowerBI)BenefitsIn addition to a competitive salary, we also provide:
An opportunity to be a part of one of the most exciting, growing fintech startupsA smart, fun and diverse teamA lovely office in Melrose Arch with great coffee, complimentary snacks, a putting green, Playstation and much moreAmazing employee benefits including life insurance, disability + critical illness, income protection and gap cover, as well as other benefits like psychological, physical, financial wellbeing and legal supportReady to Apply?If you think you're the right person, please fill out the form below and include your CV.
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