Johannesburg: Client Manager Finance_Accounting (Remote JHB)

ENVIRONMENT: A fast-growing provider of cutting-edge Financial Software Solutions in Joburg seeks to fill the role of a Client Manager – someone with a strong finance or accounting background to work directly with clients and support the business growth. In this client-facing role you will combine – finance and accounting knowledge, software implementation and support, client relationship management & product demos and outreach. You will serve as a key point of contact for clients and play a critical role in onboarding, supporting, and retaining them. The successful candidate must be comfortable speaking to clients and running demos, possess a Finance/Accounting Degree (BCom, BAcc or similar) with around 3 years’ experience in finance, accounting, audit, or advisory. DUTIES: Client Management & Support – Act as a primary point of contact for clients (both local and international). Support clients with: Lease accounting queries (IFRS 16 / ASC 842 / FRS 102) Lease setup, modifications, remeasurements, and reporting Assist with implementations, data uploads, and reconciliations. Help clients prepare audit-ready outputs and disclosures. Product Demonstrations & Onboarding – Run product demos for prospective clients. Explain lease accounting concepts clearly to Finance teams. Guide new clients through onboarding and system setup. Translate accounting requirements into system functionality. Relationship Building & Growth – Build strong, trusted relationships with clients. Assist with client outreach, follow-ups, and renewals. Identify upsell opportunities and feedback for product improvement. Represent the business professionally with international stakeholders. Internal Collaboration – Work closely with the Founding team on: Client feedback Product enhancements Process improvements Help shape how a growing startup delivers client service. REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications – Finance / Accounting Degree (BCom, BAcc, or similar). CA(SA) qualified or completed articles preferred, but not essential. Experience/Skills – ±3 Years’ experience in finance, accounting, audit, or advisory. Strong technical grounding in financial accounting and understanding of financial accounting principles. Exposure to: Financial statements IFRS (IFRS 16 experience is a strong advantage) Client-facing roles (audit, consulting, advisory, implementation) ATTRIBUTES: Confident communicator – comfortable speaking to clients and running demos. Personable, professional, and client focused. Quick learner who can grasp new systems and concepts fast. Detail-oriented but also commercially minded. Comfortable working remotely and independently. Interested in being part of a startup environment and growing with the business.