ERP Programme Finance Manager (Northern Suburbs (Cape) at PEP

Description

• To oversee the financial aspects of the ERP programme, ensuring fiscal discipline and alignment with organisational objectives. In this expanded capacity, the role also manages the program’s procurement requirements and contract management & administration. 
• This is a hands-on position that requires a strong professional with the ability to manage both financial and procurement processes efficiently to support the program’s success.  The role reports to the Global Finance Business Owner and is positioned to delegate the procurement responsibilities to a dedicated “Procurement Support” role in the future as capacity demands.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Programme Financial Management & Reporting
• Budget Control and cost modelling
• Forecasting and risk management
• Procurement & Contract Management & Administration 
• Stakeholder Management & Compliance 
• Leadership
• Ad hoc Responsibilities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Post-graduate financial qualification (e.g. CA (SA), AGA (SA), CIMA) would be advantageous
• Completed Articles at a medium or large audit firm would be advantageous
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in financial management.
• Minimum 2-3 years experience managing the finances for large-scale IT projects or ERP implementations.
• Strong expertise in budget development, cost modelling, and control.
• Proficiency in preparing detailed financial reports, including variance analysis and cost tracking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and budgeting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Deadline driven and able to perform under pressure.
• Aptitude to work with figures
• High Levels of Computer literacy – advanced Google Sheets (Or MS Excel)
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Collate large volumes of data and inputs for strategic decision-making
• Able to deal with large volumes of work
• Experience in procurement and vendor contact administration would be advantageous
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), their financial modules, and cost structures.
• Experience with financial management tools and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Google Workspace experience (Gmail; Calendar; Sheets, Docs).
• Knowledge and understanding of IFRS
• Competencies: Devotion to Quality, Performing under pressure, Planning, Result Oriented, Integrity, Listening skills, Vitality and Analysing and forming opinions.