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We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us proud.\nAs part of our team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious.\nRole Responsibilities\nPartner with stakeholders in the provision of financial insights and guidance into operational and general decision making.\nMonitor and coach behaviours that ensure a service culture and exceptional client service.\nIntegrate into existing finance teams/structures to optimise delivery of key tasks within deadlines.\nApply strong technical skills to ensure compliance and improve quality of financial outputs. \nManage and monitor applications and effectiveness of business financial information systems.\nParticipate in budget preparation and the related processes throughout the budget period.\nRecord, interrogate and manage costs with associated drivers for decision-making.\nPlan and apply principles to accurately record, adjust and reconcile financial transactions.\nMaintain supporting documentation according to accounting and reporting standards.\nPrepare, analyse and report on business financial performance.\nMaximise productivity through effective planning. \nManage interrelationships between systems, data and resources.\nParticipate and contribute to a development culture.\nPlan and manage performance, skills development and succession management.\nContinuously assess own performance and request training where appropriate.\nIdeal Candidate\nRelevant Degree \n2+ years post qualification experience in a financial field\nExperience in the financial services industry will be an advantage but not necessary\nStrong academic performance\nQualified CA(SA) ( will be an advantage)\nYou will have access to:\nWork with a talented and dedicated team.\nDrive innovation and make a significant impact on the business\nOpportunities to network and collaborate.\nChallenging work and opportunities to innovate.\nAre you interested to take the step? 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