Senior Financial Accountant (CPT) at Mama Money – Cape Town
Mama Money
Cape Town, 7100, South Africa
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Senior Financial Accountant (CPT)
Who we are:
Mama Money is a growth stage fintech startup working to help migrant workers in South Africa send money home. Since 2015 we have been providing reliable remittances, at a socially fair price, to those that need it most.
Mama HQ is in beautiful Cape Town, South Africa. We are 150 people strong (and counting) from 19 countries across Africa, Asia, the UK, and Europe. Our culture is built around the well-being of our team members and making a difference in our communities. Just be lekker! personifies our approach to work: we trust the wisdom of our talented and diverse team to do what is best for our customers and get the job done responsibly, without pedantic policies.
Weve been around since 2015 and have earned a few accolades along the way, made some new friends, and expanded our reach. We've had some great times and some tough times but we continue to focus on helping people rather than maximizing profit
As our Senior Financial Accountant you will: - Assist with closing month end, processing journal entries and reviewing of accounts
- Work closely with the Treasury team to align operational and finance needs
- Reconciliation of bank accounts/aggregator statements
- Management of expense allocations per Business Unit
- Ensuring new processes are implemented and adhered to
- Assist with payment run approvals
- Management/Reconciliation of company loans and capturing of inter-company transactions
- Assist with audit requirements
- Assist with preparation tax returns, including underlying supporting schedules (VAT, PAYE, Income Tax, STATS SA, SARB)
- Ad-hoc finance-related tasks and projects
- Completed a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field (BCom Accounting or BCom Financial Accounting).
- Xero experience.
- Demonstrate a good understanding of our business operations
- Be responsible for assisting in the accuracy of month-end preparation
- Be responsible for the first level opex review and identify any anomalies and take initiative to correct
- Assist to ensure that all tax submissions (monthly/quarterly/bi-annual and annual) are done on time and assist the broader team in ad hoc requirements as they arise
- You have an investigative approach to your tasks - the ability to question things and not just accept
- You have an analytical mindset and strong problem solving skills
- You enjoy working with cross functional teams to deliver a common goal
- You have strong interpersonal skills and enjoy building relationships
- You have strong communication skills
Why Mama?
At Mama Money, were not just a companywere a movement. Everything we do is driven by one purpose: to make life better for our customers and the communities we serve. Our customers are our heartbeat, and they inspire every step we take.
Were all about making it easy. No red tape, no hassle. Just simple, seamless experiences that put people first, were here to make things easier, faster, and better for you.
We believe in giving it a goand then giving it another go if we have to! We're a team of doers, dreamers, and innovators who aren't afraid to break the mold. We take bold steps, experiment with fresh ideas, and never stop learning.
At Mama Money, we own itand we mean it. We take responsibility for our actions, our results, and how we show up every day. No passing the buck here. We approach every challenge with grit, passion, and determination.
Heres the best part: Mama Money is a place that truly cares. We care about the trust our customers place in us. We care about our amazing team who bring their best every day. And we care about making an impact in the world, doing the right thing no matter what.
When you join Mama Money, youre joining a community. Were a passionate, down-to-earth crew that works hard and celebrates wins along the way. We take our work seriously, but we dont forget to have fun while we do it.
So, if youre ready to make a real difference, take on exciting challenges, and grow in a place where youre valued and supported, then Mama Money is the place for you. Lets make an impacttogether.
Mamas values:
1. Making it easier for our customers
2. Give it a go
3. Just own it
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