Job Description

Cape Town Northern Suburbs

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. This role serves as a critical link between the finance and finance technology teams, helping to define requirements and optimize reporting.

Integration and reporting of Operational transactions, as well as Technology and Development functions. Ensuring effective collaboration between Tech and Finance.

ERP/Software Project Management - Operational & Technology & Development

Collaborate with Finance to define and communicate detailed project requirements to the ERP Manager, ensuring a clear strategy for successful project delivery.

Monitor project costs, assess resource needs, and allocate personnel efficiently to meet project objectives.

Develop a thorough understanding of expected project outcomes by gathering input from Finance and effectively communicating these to the project team.

Oversee end-to-end project management, coordinating activities to ensure timely and high-quality completion.

Facilitate necessary resources, training, and support for the project team to maximize performance and productivity.

Address and resolve complex challenges during the project lifecycle, ensuring successful results delivered on time.

Coordinate project schedules with the Project Assistant, establish timelines, assign tasks, and delegate responsibilities to team members.

Manage the project budget closely, ensuring completion within financial constraints.

Identify potential risks early and implement mitigation strategies to safeguard project success.

Provide regular progress updates and feedback to Finance stakeholders.

Drive innovation in finance automation through software development and implementation initiatives.

Assess risks and financial impacts related to projects and communicate these to stakeholders.

Translate Finance requirements into clear, actionable specifications for technology teams, serving as a mentor and liaison between Finance and Technology.

Advise management on project schedules, priorities, and resource allocation.

Collaboration & Communication

Work closely with Business, Technology, and Finance teams to understand evolving business needs and strategic goals.

Play a pivotal role in gathering requirements, documenting project details, and ensuring standards for clear communication between Technology and Finance.

Act as the primary liaison bridging Finance and Technology teams.

Take ownership of Finance software development delivery and related project outcomes.

Maintain and provide ongoing project status reports and plans.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. You may be required to complete other reasonable duties in order to achieve business objectives.

Essential skills you'll bring to the table

The necessary skills that we require for this role include:

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively

Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, with a focus on achieving shared goals

Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope

Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs

Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations

Project Management Certification

5 years of experience in a company in the

ERP Finance PM

or similar technology environment

Sound knowledge of Finance, Auditing and Accounting concepts

Strong Technical Financial Knowledge and understanding of financial standards, policy and practice, including IFRS & budget management as well as operational tax

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Desirable skills you've got up your sleeve

It would be great if you also have some of the following skills:

Experience in MS Navision/Business Central & TM1 Cognos

Experience in MS Advance Excel and SQL

Strong knowledge of IFRS

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R1000000,00 per year

Work Location: In person