Johannesburg: Finance Shared Services Manager

A leading multinational organization is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to oversee the accounts payable function and broader governance across its Shared Service Centre (SSC) . This role reports directly to the CFO and offers a strategic opportunity to manage both transactional finance operations and cash management oversight. Key Responsibilities: Manage the Accounts Payable team: Ensure accurate invoice processing, supplier reconciliations, and timely payment runs. Governance oversight : Expand beyond AP to monitor and maintain governance standards across the SSC, including transactional teams and cash management. Supplier & vendor management: Review and sign-off on supplier reconciliations, resolve vendor queries, and handle complaints professionally. Team leadership: Monitor performance, conduct training, and ensure team effectiveness across multiple regions and time zones. Financial reporting & KPIs: Report key metrics and discrepancies to senior management. Inter-company & multi-currency management: Ensure the accurate and timely processing of inter-company transactions. Process and system oversight: Onboard suppliers, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with internal controls. Audit & compliance support: Assist with audit requests related to accounts payable and other SSC activities. Collaboration: Work closely with operations teams and act as an accountability partner to support business processes. Job Experience and Skills Required: Degree or Diploma in Accounting Experience with TMFF and SUN accounting systems Previous exposure to Shared Service Centre governance and cash management oversight 5 years in accounts payable or financial operations, including 3 years in SSC management Experience managing teams of 10-15 people Strong knowledge of invoice processing, data capturing, and basic accounting principles Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Teams); and intermediate Excel skills required Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills (English) Multi-country/multi-currency experience highly advantageous Inter-company transaction experience a plus Apply now!