Digital Engagement Lead (Finance) (CPT) at Datafin Recruitment

ENVIRONMENT:

• A dynamic Energy Specialist urgently seeks to fill the role of a Digital Engagement Lead who will act as a bridge between the Finance function and the Central IT Department – championing the identification and shaping of complex IT solutions for finance business functions and processes.
• You will analyse, support, and enhance finance-related systems and processes, while also maintaining strong, strategic relationships with finance stakeholders to ensure that IT solutions support their goals.
• This includes documenting business requirements, working with the Architecture team to develop a solution design, supporting change initiatives, and driving continuous system and process improvement.
• The ideal candidate will require a NQF7 Level tertiary qualification such as a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting with proven experience of 8 years, managing business relationships, preferably in the Oil and Gas industry.
• You must also possess a deep understanding of finance processes (e.g., GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, FP&A, Cost Control) & have experience with SAP S4/HANA.

DUTIES:

• Business Relationship Management.
• IT Strategy and Planning.
• Portfolio Management and Benefits Realisation.
• Vendor Management.  
• Organisation and Working Conditions.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications –

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting – NQF Level 7 tertiary qualification required.

Experience/Skills –

• Proven experience of 8 years, managing business relationships, preferably in the Oil and Gas industry.
• Deep understanding of finance processes (e.g., GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, FP&A, Cost Control).
• Knowledge of and experience with SAP S4/HANA capabilities and functionality is required.
• Good understanding of finance business processes and skills in process mapping.
• Experience translating business needs into IT solutions.
• Experience applying reference architecture principles, patterns, and standards to shape IT solutions.
• Experience with team management functions including staff management.
• Good working knowledge of project management, with a track record of involvement in the delivery of IT projects.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to think strategically and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving business environment.
• Can operate and make decisions independently.

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