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Brandtech+ (formerly known as OLIVER+) is a global team of creative thinkers, tech-savvy trendsetters, and production pros specialising in film, CGI, automation, AI, motion design, and digital/print content.

We partner with over 300 clients in 40+ countries and counting. Our focus is to connect clients with high-quality solutions, talent and ambitious opportunities worldwide.


As a part of The Brandtech Group, we're at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge AI technology to revolutionise how we create and deliver work.

Our AI solutions enhance efficiency, spark creativity, and drive insightful decision-making, empowering our teams to produce innovative and impactful results.


Role:
Finance Operations Assistant


Location:
South Africa (Remote until further notice)

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

Manage end-to-end financial processes for freelancers across UK and EMEA
Handle timesheets, contracts, purchase orders, and invoice approvals
Conduct thorough financial reconciliation to support our growth and margin KPIs
Serve as the critical link between Central Resource and Finance teams

Stakeholder Communication

Act as a point of contact for freelancer financial queries and escalations
Liaise between freelancers and internal teams to resolve financial issues
Manage relationships with our key freelancer platforms and suppliers
Ensure smooth administrative processes that keep our client work moving

Reporting & Data Management

Create and maintain reports on freelancer spend, margin, and reconciliation
Capture and manage data to support quick decision-making

Process Optimization

Maintain up-to-date documentation and standard operating procedures
Ensure financial processes align with current business standards and local regulations
Create practical financial guides for our systems
Become the go-to expert for financial operational processes within the team

Required Skills & Attributes

Problem-solving mindset essential in our entrepreneurial environment
People-focused approach when working with internal teams, freelancers, and suppliers
Exceptional attention to detail in a high-volume request environment
Data and insights driven with strong analytical capabilities
Eagerness to learn and adapt to new tools and systems
Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience creating clear, actionable reports
Ability to manage multiple priorities in our fast-paced culture
Experience with financial administration, preferably within the resourcing discipline

#BTG+

Our values shape everything we do:
Be Ambitious to succeed

Be Imaginative to push the boundaries of what's possible

Be Inspirational to do groundbreaking work

Be always learning and listening to understand

Be Results-focused to exceed expectations

Be actively pro-inclusive and anti-racist across our community, clients and creations


Brandtech+, a part of the Brandtech Group, is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected.

All applicants shall be considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, neurodivergence, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws.

Brandtech+ has set ambitious environmental goals around sustainability, with science-based emissions reduction targets. Collectively, we work towards our mission, embedding sustainability into every department and through every stage of the project lifecycle.'

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