About this role
đ Finance Manager â 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. Weâre passionate about partnering with high-growth SMEs, transforming how they do business through smart systems, sound financial thinking, and real human connection.
Weâve been recognised as: đ Xero Partner of the Year â South Africa (2023) đ Twice-nominated for the same title in 2021 & 2022
đ Xero Partner of the Year (Large Firm Nominee) â South Africa (2026)
đDigital Practice of the Year (Nominee) â South Africa (2026)
Our clients are ambitious, purpose-driven entrepreneurs, and we love helping them thrive.
Why youâll love working with us:
đŞ Health & Fitness First - We encourage a healthy, fit lifestyle with a wellness benefit.
â° Flexibility â Hybrid work structure with flexible hours, so you can balance life and performance.
đ Chilled Culture â Business casual dress code, regular social events, and a work environment that values connection and collaboration. And celebrate milestones!
đ Professional Fees Covered - Payment of the annual memebership fee (professional designation).
â˛ď¸ No time sheets!
Why this role:
Join one of South Africaâs 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:
⢠3â5 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:
⢠đ Exposure to cutting-edge cloud accounting systems and modern workflows.
⢠đ Rapid career growth in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
⢠đ¤ A values-driven team that genuinely cares about people and performance.
⢠đ Ongoing development and leadership coaching.