Unique opportunity to join a well-established family owned business as a Client Relationship Manager.  The business has a niche Quantitative Risk product offering into the asset manager industry.    More about the role:  The role has a primary focus of Customer Success / Client Relationship Management. With a secondary focus into the Quants side, should there be interest to grow in this area. The role will engage with clients (mainly Fund/Portfolio Managers). It would involve training new clients on the system, training new staff at current clients, and monthly reporting, including presentations. The role doesn’t include client sourcing, however, if the incumbent in the role has contacts and possible clients, this would be a bonus. They are ideally looking for someone who is able to develop an excellent understanding of their product (system), to be the best ambassador and client face possible into their clients. The role has regular interactions with clients, at time in-person, at times via virtual meetings. This person would need to be very personable.    The ideal qualifications include: Degree in Stats / Risk Management / Business Science / Commerce Programming experience a bonus (as there would be opportunity for the person to get involved in some development too) Some corporate client relationship exposure.    The business is based in the Southern Suburbs, though it would largely be a remote role.    You understand and accept that, by applying for this role, you authorise Candidate Connect to obtain your personal information and utilise said information for recruitment purposes for this role. Your information will be stored on our database. Should you wish for us to remove any personal information from our database, please contact us at info@candidateconnect.co.za. Your data will not be used for any unsolicited marketing purposes, and will not be transferred to any third parties without your direct consent. Please note that if you do not receive a response from us within 1 week of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful for this particular role – thank you.

Well-rated asset manager has a unique opportunity available to join their team as a Assistant Financial Accountant.  This role is Cape Town based. And an EE designated opportunity.    This role is responsible for various tasks including fee calculations, maintaining CRM systems, updating financial records, invoicing, and assisting with business planning and forecasting.  Key responsibilities include:  Fee calculations in line with the latest mandates Maintain CRM for finance specific fields Update systems with new mandates & updating existing client’s records with changes. Perform reasonability checks on the fee calculations and update calculations as required Prepare fee invoices Prepare fund transfer requests as required Follow up on long outstanding accounts receivable balances Reconciliation of VAT on a monthly basis Assist with business planning and forecasting. Prepare the monthly funds under management report.    Qualifications & skills: BCom degree 2-3 years' experience in financial services Intermediate / Advanced Excel  Working knowledge of an accounting package Motivation and ability to work independently.  Strong planning and communication skills.  Meet deadlines when under pressure.      You understand and accept that, by applying for this role, you authorise Candidate Connect to obtain your personal information and utilise said information for recruitment purposes for this role. Your information will be stored on our database. Should you wish for us to remove any personal information from our database, please contact us at info@candidateconnect.co.za. Your data will not be used for any unsolicited marketing purposes, and will not be transferred to any third parties without your direct consent. Please note that if you do not receive a response from us within 2 weeks of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful for this particular role – thank you.

Exciting opportunity to join a company in the Renewable Energy sector as a Senior Financial Accountant. This role is based in Cape Town.   This role is suited to a qualified CA(SA), PA(SA) or AGA(SA) with at 1-2 years' post qualified experience. A sound knowledge of IFRS as well as SA statutory legislation and tax is required. The person must be smart, driven, curious and meticulous, with strong MS Excel skills. Exposure to Renewable Energy / Construction / Engineering / Mining industries would be preferred.   This role would work on all South African entities, which include the holding company, development company, and all project companies (SPVs). Areas of the role include: Accounting & Reporting (include reviewing of assistants' work)  Tax & Corporate Compliance (Tax recons & SARS audits) Systems & Internal Controls (user testing, designing, and implementing new internal controls to mitigate risks) Ad hoc projects Reporting Support (support various departments e.g. ESG, ED, Construction)      You understand and accept that, by applying for this role, you authorise Candidate Connect to obtain your personal information and utilise said information for recruitment purposes for this role. Your information will be stored on our database. Should you wish for us to remove any personal information from our database, please contact us at info@candidateconnect.co.za. Your data will not be used for any unsolicited marketing purposes, and will not be transferred to any third parties without your direct consent. Please note that if you do not receive a response from us within 1 week of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful for this particular role – thank you.

Great opportunity to join a company in the Renewable Energy sector as a Finance Assistant. This role is based in Cape Town.    This role is suited to a university graduate with 3+ years' experience in bookkeeping and accounting. The person must be smart, driven, curious and meticulous, with strong MS Excel skills. Exposure to Renewable Energy / Construction / Engineering / Mining industries would be preferred.    This role would work on all South African entities, which include the holding company, development company, and all project companies. Areas of the role include:  Invoice Processing (supplier invoices, employee expenses) Payment Processing (prepare and export batches)  Accounting & Reporting  Systems & Internal Controls (user testing, designing, and implementing new internal controls) Ad hoc projects    You understand and accept that, by applying for this role, you authorise Candidate Connect to obtain your personal information and utilise said information for recruitment purposes for this role. Your information will be stored on our database. Should you wish for us to remove any personal information from our database, please contact us at info@candidateconnect.co.za. Your data will not be used for any unsolicited marketing purposes, and will not be transferred to any third parties without your direct consent. Please note that if you do not receive a response from us within 1 week of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful for this particular role – thank you.

Opportunity to join an International company headquartered in South Africa, as their Head of Operations. This role is based within their Plant (East Rand, Gauteng).   This person will be responsible for strategically and practically contributing to the overall continuous improvement of daily operations, implement and maintain where necessary a best-in-class manufacturing operation as well as lead and contribute to projects identification, development and implementation.   This is a senior “hands-on” role. The Head of Operations will spend the majority of their time within the Plant environment. This role leads a diverse team of process engineers, project managers and maintenance team in a fast-paced, technical production environment. Specifically, the Head of Operations will be required to: Implement and maintain a best-in-class manufacturing and production operation. Draw on relationships with department heads, business partners and suppliers to make decisions regarding operational activities and goals. Ensure the effective implementation of the company procurement strategy to support a manufacture to order and just in time business model. Ensure effective stock control throughout receiving, movement, dispatch and storing of inventory. Serve as primary point of contact for operational issues working to mitigate their impact on delivering on time and in full, including system, quality, procurement & maintenance issues. Lead and contribute to operations projects identification, development, and implementation. Identify performance improvement opportunities with their teams. Ensure compliance of all operations departments with company policies relating to health & safety and the quality management system.   Candidate should fulfil the following requirements: BSc Industrial Engineering, Commerce or Similar. Engineering degree from a leading university 10+ years FMCG experience in operations, production or packaging.      You understand and accept that, by applying for this role, you authorise Candidate Connect to obtain your personal information and utilise said information for recruitment purposes for this role. Your information will be stored on our database. Should you wish for us to remove any personal information from our database, please contact us at info@candidateconnect.co.za. Your data will not be used for any unsolicited marketing purposes, and will not be transferred to any third parties without your direct consent. Please note that if you do not receive a response from us within 1 week of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful for this particular role – thank you.  

Great opportunity to join an established Renewable Energy team based in Cape Town.  The team is looking for a junior level Project Manager / Coordinator to assist on renewable energy projects in South Africa and other sub-Sahara African geographies, during the bid and financial close stages.    The focus of the role is: Bid preparation: review of the terms of reference, establish resources and planning Bid / Financial Close team coordination, reporting to the Project Director Tracking of key deliverables Project due diligence lead for acquisitions / partnerships Interface with key stakeholders (lenders, partners, contractors, clients) Help formulate strategies for steering and investment committees Policy and regulatory environment analysis, and market intelligence Key requirements:  Degree in commerce / engineering / science  At least 3 years' experience as project manager in relevant industry (IPP / Finance)  Ideally exposure to renewables or infrastructure    Notable attributes:  Excellent communication skills Ability to collaborate with a variety of people from different areas of expertise  Great coordination and organisational skills  Diligent and great work ethic  Interest in the renewables industry      You understand and accept that, by applying for this role, you authorise Candidate Connect to obtain your personal information and utilise said information for recruitment purposes for this role. Your information will be stored on our database. Should you wish for us to remove any personal information from our database, please contact us at info@candidateconnect.co.za. Your data will not be used for any unsolicited marketing purposes, and will not be transferred to any third parties without your direct consent. Please note that if you do not receive a response from us within 1 week of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful for this particular role – thank you.

Great opportunity to join an Asset Manager in Durban as a Client Relationship Consultant.    The ideal candidate would have 1-2 years Investment / Unit Trust experience. Experience in Client Services is essential. This person should have excellent communication skills (verbal and written), a good telephone manner, be focused, organised, and meticulous.    This is an EE designated opportunity.   As part of the Client Relationship team, some responsibilities include:  Provide support and assistance with all products, services and processes Relay feedback received from clients, financial advisors, and the marketplace. Resolve queries from financial advisors and investors timeously.  Be the liaison between the admin department and clients.  Process all instructions accurately and within daily deadlines.      You understand and accept that, by applying for this role, you authorise Candidate Connect to obtain your personal information and utilise said information for recruitment purposes for this role. Your information will be stored on our database. Should you wish for us to remove any personal information from our database, please contact us at info@candidateconnect.co.za. Your data will not be used for any unsolicited marketing purposes, and will not be transferred to any third parties without your direct consent. Please note that if you do not receive a response from us within 1 week of your application, please consider it as unsuccessful for this particular role – thank you.