Accountant- UAT (6 Months Fixed Term Contract)

Collinson; Milnerton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A global finance company is seeking an Accountant for a 6-month fixed term contract in Milnerton, South Africa. The role focuses on User Acceptance Testing of Microsoft Dynamics, supporting financial processes, and generating insightful reports. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, experience in financial reporting, and proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a growing finance team dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience with Purchase ledger, Sales ledger, or journal posting.
• Proven experience in financial reporting and analysis.
• Experience in UAT for ERP implementations, preferably D365 Finance.

Responsibilities

• Support UAT for D365 implementation.
• Optimize financial processes in Microsoft Dynamics.
• Develop financial reports and dashboards.

Skills

Microsoft Dynamics knowledge

Financial process management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Collinson is the global, privately-owned company dedicated to helping the world to travel with ease and confidence. The group offers a unique blend of industry and sector specialists who together provide market-leading airport experiences, loyalty and customer engagement, and insurance solutions for over 400 million consumers. Collinson operates Priority Pass, the world’s original and leading airport experiences programme, with access to a network of 1,500+ lounges and travel experiences in over 650 airports in 148 countries. We work with major payment networks, banks, airlines and hotel groups worldwide. Our mission is focused on doing good beyond profit, seeking opportunities for our people to share in our success and to give back to the communities and people within which we work. The success of our business is delivered through a diverse and talented team of over 1,800 global colleagues.

Purpose of the job

We are on the look out for an Accountant to come and join our team on a 6 months fixed term contract. Our Finance team is growing and its an exciting time to join the team. We are looking for bright, motivated people who have a passion for making a difference.

The individual will be coming in to focus and support UAT testing. This is a key role to ensure the system functions are integrating and the tools are set up and configured correctly. This role will be involved in several steps that ensure that requirements meet the end user.

Key Responsibilities

• To support the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics (D365) as our core finance system. Carrying out various finance processing and reporting scenarios, capturing results and providing clear and constructive feedback.
• Financial Process Management (R2R, P2P, O2C): Execute and optimize core financial processes within D365 Finance, including Record to Report (R2R), Procure to Pay (P2P), and Order to Cash (O2C).
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency in transaction processing, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Generate and analyze financial reports using D365 Finance, providing insights to support business decision-making.
• Develop custom reports and dashboards as needed.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

D365 Finance User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

• Actively participate in the UAT phase of the D365 Finance implementation project.
• Develop and execute test scripts to validate system functionality and data integrity.
• Identify and document system defects and provide feedback to the project team.
• Collaborate with finance teams to ensure the system meets their needs and expectations.

System Optimization and Support

• Provide ongoing support to finance teams using D365 Finance.
• Identify opportunities for system optimization and process improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with D365 Finance updates and new features.
• Train end users on best practices for D365 finance.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with finance teams, IT, and external consultants to ensure successful project implementation and ongoing system support.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

• Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Purchase ledger, sales ledger, or journal posting experience. A mix of experience would be a huge advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics or similar billing and accounting systems. Microsoft Dynamics experience would be a huge advantage.
• Proven experience in financial process management (R2R, P2P, O2C).
• Experience with financial reporting and analysis.
• Proactive, self-motivated with the ability to work to strict deadlines and able to take initiative and follow through
• Strong affinity for numbers and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible approach and ability to effect change and solve problems
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Desired

• Experience in a similar role within the Finance industry.
• Knowledge of data migration and integration.
• Experience in UAT for ERP implementations, preferably D365 Finance.
• Experience of high-volume finance transaction processing
• Experience with financial reporting tools such as Power BI.

Collinson is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes differences in all their forms including: colour, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodivergence, family status, age, individuals with disabilities and people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences as we strongly believe this contributes to our on-going success.

We are focused on continually evolving our purpose driven, high performing culture, providing an environment where our people have the opportunity to achieve their full potential and do interesting and meaningful work. Our company values are: Act smarter, Do the right thing, One team and Be insight led. These help guide everything we do internally in terms of how we think, act and interact, right through to how we deliver value to our customers and clients.

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