Finance Manager

About this role

🚀 Finance Manager – Cape Town (Hybrid)

Lead with impact. Grow with purpose. Thrive in the cloud.

Who we are

Iridium is a market-leading cloud accounting firm at the intersection of finance and technology. We’re passionate about partnering with high-growth SMEs, transforming how they do business through smart systems, sound financial thinking, and real human connection.

We’ve been recognised as:

🏆 Xero Partner of the Year – South Africa (2023)

🏅 Twice-nominated for the same title in 2021 & 2022

🏆 Xero Partner of the Year (Large Firm Nominee) – South Africa (2026)

🏆Digital Practice of the Year (Nominee) – South Africa (2026)

Our clients are ambitious, purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and we love helping them thrive.

Why you’ll love working with us:

💪 Health & Fitness First

• We encourage a healthy, fit lifestyle with a wellness benefit.

⏰ Flexibility – Hybrid work structure with flexible hours, so you can balance life and performance.

🎉 Chilled Culture – Business casual dress code, regular social events, and a work environment that values connection and collaboration. And celebrate milestones!

🎓 Professional Fees Covered

• Payment of the annual memebership fee (professional designation).

⏲️ No time sheets!

Why this role:

Join one of South Africa’s leading cloud accounting firms as a Finance Manager in our dynamic Cape Town team. You'll lead a high-performing team of accountants, play a key role in client success, and drive operational excellence - while enjoying the flexibility, autonomy, and innovation that define our culture.

What you'll be doing

• Team Leadership & Planning: Design and manage monthly and quarterly work plans to keep your team aligned and efficient.
• Quality Control: Review accounting deliverables and ensure top-tier quality in everything your team produces.
• Mentorship & Training: Provide ongoing coaching, technical guidance, and training to your team.
• Client Engagement: Own client relationships, lead regular meetings, and use client playbooks to drive service consistency.
• Delivery Management: Ensure that all work is delivered on time, within scope, and exceeds expectations.
• People & Culture: Champion team wellbeing through regular one-on-ones, feedback, and team-building events.
• Compliance & Reviews: Guide your team through SARS reviews, audits, and ensure compliance.
• Performance & Development: Run structured performance reviews and actively mentor future leaders.
• What you bring:
• 3–5 years in an accounting or cloud accounting environment.
• Proven team leadership or management experience (2-3 years)
• Completed articles and progressing toward your CA(SA) CGMA or Professional Accountant (SA) designation.
• A relevant degree (BCom/BAcc) or Honours in Accounting/Management Accounting.
• Solid knowledge of cloud platforms like Xero, Dext/Hubdoc, SimplePay, Cin7/Dear Systems.
• Strong experience with CaseWare or Draftworx for AFS drafting.
• Client-facing experience and a passion for relationship-building.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a passion for growth.
• Why you'll love working with us:
• 🌐 Exposure to cutting-edge cloud accounting systems and modern workflows.
• 🚀 Rapid career growth in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

- 🤝 A values-driven team that genuinely cares about people and performance.

• 🎓 Ongoing development and leadership coaching.