Finance Consultant (Expert) 2892

SUMMARY:
SA Citizens and Work Permit holders Only
Location: Menlyn, Pretoria
Working Model: Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office
Contract: 3 years, renewable
Level: Expert

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly experienced Finance Consultant (Expert) with extensive financial accounting knowledge and practical SAP FI / CO / MM experience to join a global technology environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the implementation, optimisation and rollout of SAP Finance solutions across international markets, with a particular focus on Inventory Accounting and Warranty Finance.
This opportunity is suited to a finance professional who combines strong accounting expertise with SAP functional knowledge, business process design, system implementation and stakeholder management.

POSITION INFO:
Essential Requirements BCom Degree in Accounting - Mandatory. In-depth knowledge of financial accounting principles, processes and financial controls. Extensive practical experience in Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, Investment Accounting and Cost Accounting . Strong IT knowledge and hands-on experience working with SAP Finance (FI / CO / MM) , at least at key-user level. Solid understanding of SAP financial processes and integration between Finance, Controlling and Materials Management. Practical experience in business process analysis, process design and process improvement . Experience working within Agile methodologies . Ability to translate business and financial requirements into functional system requirements. Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently, take ownership and deliver within a global, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities SAP Finance Implementation and Rollouts Coordinate and support SAP Finance template rollouts across different international markets. Ensure SAP Finance solutions are implemented, configured, tested and aligned with business requirements. Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of Inventory Accounting and Warranty Finance processes. Maintain an overview of relevant business processes, system structures, integrations and dependencies. Ensure consistency and harmonisation of financial processes across different markets and SAP environments. Business Process Design and Functional Analysis Conduct and facilitate FIT/GAP and Fit-to-Template workshops with business stakeholders and technical teams. Analyse existing finance processes, identify gaps and recommend appropriate solutions. Gather, document and translate business requirements into functional specifications. Maintain accurate process documentation, including documentation within SAP Signavio . Define and refine user stories and ensure that functional requirements meet business expectations. Coordinate with technical experts to resolve functional and integration-related challenges. Testing, Migration and Go-Live Support Support test planning, test case preparation and testing activities. Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and assist with defect identification, tracking and resolution. Facilitate data migration mapping workshops and ensure mapping requirements are finalised. Coordinate master data collection and SAP configuration requirements. Support cutover planning, go-live preparation and post-implementation stabilisation. Ensure appropriate training and knowledge transfer to business users. Monitor and coordinate resolution of system defects and process-related issues. Stakeholder and Project Coordination Collaborate with international business teams, SAP functional consultants, developers and other stakeholders. Support Agile sprint planning, backlog refinement and rollout activities. Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure delivery of agreed functionalities. Maintain accurate functional documentation and progress reporting. Take ownership of assigned finance processes and ensure successful delivery. Highly Advantageous Experience Experience with global SAP template rollouts and international SAP implementation projects. Strong hands-on SAP S/4HANA experience, particularly Finance implementations and migrations. SAP functional consulting experience in FI, CO and MM . Knowledge of SAP Business Intelligence (BI) and Business Warehouse (BW) . Experience using SAP Signavio for business process modelling and documentation. Practical experience in test case design, test planning and test execution. Experience with change management, project management and stakeholder coordination. German language proficiency. Qualifications and Certifications BCom in Accounting - Minimum mandatory qualification. Postgraduate degree or relevant professional certification preferred. Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification or MBA - Highly advantageous. SAP certification in FI / CO / MM - Advantageous. Why Consider This Opportunity? Long-term 3-year renewable contract . Hybrid working arrangement - only 2 office days per week . Exposure to international SAP Finance implementations and transformation initiatives. Opportunity to contribute to complex SAP Finance and S/4HANA environments. Collaboration with global business and technology teams. How to Apply If you are an experienced Finance Consultant with strong SAP FI / CO / MM expertise, financial accounting knowledge and international implementation experience, we would like to hear from you. Email your updated CV to: Email Subject: Finance Consultant (Expert) - Menlyn Only suitably qualified candidates who meet the mandatory requirements will be considered.