SAP Finance and Accouting Specialist at Salt South Africa

Overall Job Purpose:

• Our client is currently undertaking a significant strategic business and IT transformation, which includes the implementation of SAP S/4 HANA Private Cloud. They are seeking a SAP Finance and Accounting Solutions Specialist to work with the Solution Delivery Function within Group IT. This role will involve designing, delivering, and supporting all Finance and Accounting activities, providing leadership, analysis, and insights to support the Finance technology solutions within SAP S4 HANA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Finance IT Strategy: Develop and deliver a Finance IT strategy aligned with business needs.
• Solution Design: Translate business and technical requirements into architectural blueprints, ensuring robust finance solutions.
• Implementation Support: Assist in ERP enhancements, upgrades, and changes, and configure SAP FI/CO/AP/AR solutions.
• Process Improvement: Continuously identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting practices.
• Consultancy: Act as an advisor on a broad range of technologies, platforms, and vendor offerings.
• Technology Assessment: Monitor and recommend solutions for technology deficiencies and emerging trends.
• Special Focus Areas: COPA, Product Costing, SAC Budgeting and Planning, Finance and Payroll integration, and related reporting.

Qualifications and Experience:

• B Comm or relevant tertiary qualification.
• 8+ years of experience in SAP General Ledger and Accounting.
• Deep understanding of GL management capabilities and solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills.
• Advanced skills in MS Office.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Project Management Principles
• Accounting and Numerical Skills
• Management and Leadership Skills
• Negotiation and Communication Skills
• Analytical and Problem-solving Skills
• Interpersonal and Influencing Skills