German speaking Cash Management & Accounting Officer
Location: Parktown, Gauteng
Salary: Market related
Duration: 36 months
Join a leading international organisation and drive financial operations behind a high-impact cultural initiative.
Is this you?
You’re a highly organised and analytical finance professional who thrives in structured, process-driven environments. You value precision, responsibility, and are known for your reliability. With a talent for navigating bureaucracy and multilingual systems, you bring a blend of independence, initiative, and excellent interpersonal skills. You communicate confidently in German. This is a 3 year project so you’ll be on contract for a 3 year duration.
What you’ll be doing (and why you’ll enjoy it)
In this multifaceted role, you’ll manage cash operations and accounting across a pan-African cultural programme. You’ll organise payments, track advances, monitor liquidity, and ensure accurate financial documentation. Working across project locations, you’ll validate invoices, maintain creditor data, handle online payments in Euro and local currencies, and coordinate with banks. You’ll also support monthly/year-end closings, audits, travel reimbursements, and help digitise and streamline internal processes.
Where you’ll be doing it
You’ll join an internationally renowned cultural institute, offices are based in Parktown, Gauteng. This is a new division starting up due to the new projects. You’ll be part of a passionate organisation committed to meaningful cultural exchange and impact. It’s a an in office role with a one day work from home after probation. Hours are 9am to 6pm and Friday’s ending at 14:30.
What you’ll need
You’ll bring your financial experience along with strong numeracy, and an advanced grasp of Excel. You should have at least B2-level German but able to converse easily in German and read and understand documentation. An aptitude for navigating complex administrative systems is key, along with a structured, accurate, and independent working style. A valid South African work permit or SA Citizenship is essential.
What you’ll get
A fixed-term contract until July 2028, opportunities for international collaboration, German language training support (to further your German language skills if needed), and a role with real purpose at the intersection of culture, education, and global partnership.
How to apply
For a confidential discussion please contact Sandy Bremner on (021) 035 1432 or send your CV to s.bremner@thetalentexperts.co.za
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