Finance Manager

Company Description

Clever Profits is a financial services firm that simplifies entrepreneurship. We help online businesses in the US build highly profitable and sustainable businesses. We offer growth-focused services to a variety of clients in different industries, including digital and social media marketing agencies, coaches and course creators, consultants, affiliate and network marketers, influencers and streamers, SaaS and E-commerce businesses. Clever Profits uses the latest cloud platforms to serve businesses remotely from anywhere in the world.

• This is an on-site Finance Manager position based in Cape Town, with team members expected to work from the office at least three days per week.
• The Finance Manager will take ownership of the day-to-day financial operations for some of Clever Profits’ more complex clients. This includes budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, financial analysis, financial modelling, and strategic financial support.
• The role also requires someone who can lead people, manage projects, balance competing priorities, and consistently deliver work on time.
• A key part of the position is communicating productively with clients and internal team members, providing clear financial guidance, and ensuring that every client receives a superb level of service.

• Our Growth System gives you a transparent path to develop your skills, take on more responsibility, and progress in your career.

• We offer a flexible working environment built around trust, accountability, and delivering great work.

• We cover your annual professional membership fees, helping you stay qualified, connected, and progressing in your field.

• When you are working from the office, your lunch is covered every day.

• We provide a generous medical aid subsidy to help support your health and wellbeing.

• Perform detailed financial analysis and turn complex information into clear, practical insights.
• Manage client budgets, forecasts, financial reports, and strategic financial planning.
• Build, maintain, and interpret financial models that support better decision-making.
• Lead and support team members, delegate work effectively, and help others grow.
• Manage multiple projects, priorities, and deliverables across a portfolio of clients.
• Take ownership of deadlines and ensure that work is completed accurately and on time.
• Communicate productively with clients, clearly explaining financial results, challenges, and recommendations.
• Work closely with clients and internal teams to solve problems and improve financial processes.
• Take responsibility for the overall quality of the service delivered to each client.

• Expert knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Strong financial reporting and financial analysis skills.
• Advanced Google Sheets skills and experience building financial models.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks, projects, and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• CA(SA), CA(SA) eligible, or CGMA qualified.
• Experience in a similar role within an online business environment is advantageous.

• Is comfortable attending our Cape Town office at least three days per week.
• Communicates productively, openly, and respectfully with clients and team members.
• Is a confident people leader who can manage, guide, and support others.
• Can manage projects effectively while keeping multiple priorities moving forward.
• Takes deadlines seriously and can be trusted to deliver high-quality work on time.
• Enjoys financial analysis and can identify the story behind the numbers.
• Takes pride in delivering accurate work and an exceptional level of client service.
• Demonstrates grit through perseverance and resilience when faced with challenges, setbacks, or obstacles.
• Has a DIY mentality and proactively tackles problems through initiative and resourcefulness.
• Holds themselves accountable for achieving goals and delivering excellent results for themselves, their team, and the company.
• Has a touch of quirkiness, embraces their individuality, and is comfortable bringing their unique personality and ideas to work.