Finance Operations Manager - Global

Finance Operations Manager
Join a pioneering team shaping the future of finance operations.
Project Y is recruiting skilled finance professionals to support international companies in the US and Europe. In this role, you’ll work with modern finance processes, AI-driven workflows, and automation tools while contributing to meaningful business outcomes.
This position is ideal for finance professionals seeking to move beyond traditional transactional tasks and work at the intersection of finance, technology, and global business.
Location: South Africa (Remote)
Salary: R20,000 – R45,000 per month (depending on experience)
Type: Full-time
Experience: 3–8 years
Employer: Project Y
About Project Y
Project Y is the premier partner for international companies hiring dedicated Finance Operations Specialists from South Africa.
We partner with fast-growing companies in the United States and Europe to support their finance operations, embedding highly skilled Finance and Operations specialists and supporting those with a centralized AI-enabled approach to improve workflows, tooling, and process outcomes.
About the Role
We’re developing a new approach to finance operations.
This is not a traditional accounting-only role. It is not a bookkeeping-only position. It is not a purely strategic finance advisory role.
This role sits within modern finance operations, where accounting execution, financial reporting, process ownership, and system accuracy come together.
You will be employed through Project Y as the Employer of Record and work remotely with selected international companies (primarily in the US and Europe), supporting their day-to-day financial operations across multiple entities and systems.
You will gain exposure to:

Month-end close processes (journals, accruals, reconciliations)

Multi-entity and intercompany accounting environments

International compliance standards (e.g. VAT / sales tax / GAAP exposure)

ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics / Business Central

You will also be supported by AI-enabled tools and workflow automation, allowing you to focus on higher-value finance operations.
This is an opportunity to gain experience operating in global finance environments while developing operational and technology-enabled finance skills.
Requirements
Responsibilities:
Revenue & Billing Operations

Support billing workflows across platforms (Stripe, Chargebee, Paddle, etc.)

Handle subscription updates and billing cases

Assist with failed payment recovery and follow-ups

Track revenue and maintain billing data

Support billing-related customer or internal queries

Reporting & Financial Visibility

Prepare weekly revenue and cash snapshots

Maintain AR/AP tracking and aging analysis

Support monthly reporting packs and financial statements

Perform balance sheet and account reconciliations

Ensure data accuracy across finance systems

Finance Admin & Execution

Process invoices, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations

Maintain accurate financial records for reporting and audit support

Support the month-end close process

Operate within multi-entity environments (including intercompany transactions)

Follow structured SOPs and workflows

Cash, Payments, & Controls

Support payment runs and bank reconciliations

Monitor financial transactions and resolve discrepancies

Assist with cash tracking and basic cash flow visibility

Ensure proper documentation and financial controls

Process & Automation

Support improvements to finance workflows and internal controls

Assist in implementing automation tools (Zapier, Make, OCR, AI tools, etc.)

Help reduce manual processes and improve system efficiency

Contribute to documentation and process standardization

Experience & Skills Required:

3–8 years in finance, accounting, or finance operations roles

Strong understanding of reconciliations, month-end processes, AR/AP and financial reporting

Excel / Google Sheets capability (intermediate to advanced)

Exposure to ERP or accounting tools (Xero, NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics preferred)

Experience in structured finance environments (corporate, audit, or multi-entity exposure advantageous)

Comfortable learning new tools and systems

Interest in automation and technology-enabled workflows

Personal Qualities Required:

Highly detail-oriented and structured

Strong sense of ownership and accountability

Able to work independently in a remote, international environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Process-driven with a mindset for continuous improvement

Adaptable and comfortable working in evolving, fast-paced environments

Motivated to develop skills in modern finance operations and systems

Highlights
Finance Operations Manager - Global (Remote)
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