Finance Transformation Lead I Contract

IQbusiness; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Gauteng is seeking a Senior Finance Transformation Lead to oversee automation and cost optimisation projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in finance transformation and a track record of implementing automation solutions. Responsibilities include leading high-impact finance projects and engaging with clients to propose tailored solutions. Competitive contract opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in finance, consulting, or finance transformation.
• Proven track record implementing finance automation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of finance process design and optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification, design, and implementation of finance automation solutions.
• Design strategies to reduce finance operating costs while maintaining quality.
• Engage with clients to assess financial challenges and propose solutions.

Skills

Finance automation

Consulting

Cost optimisation

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CA(SA), CIMA, FCCA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Tableau

Alteryx

OneStream

Job description

We are seeking a senior Finance Transformation Lead with extensive experience in financial transformation, automation, and cost optimisation for contract opportunities.

The ideal candidate combines a deep understanding of finance operations with hands-on experience implementing automation solutions that drive efficiency, accuracy, and strategic value.

You will lead high-impact finance projects across multiple clients—focusing on the modernisation of finance functions through automation and process redesign, while also supporting business development in a consulting context

Key Responsibilities:

️ Finance Automation & Digital Transformation

• Lead the identification, design, and implementation of finance automation solutions using technologies such as RPA, AI, and advanced analytics.
• Automate manual finance processes including reporting, reconciliations, and transaction processing.
• Evaluate and improve existing finance systems, tools, and platforms (e.g., ERP, BI tools).
• Champion digital finance enablement, driving adoption across stakeholder groups.

Cost Optimisation & Finance Effectiveness

• Design strategies to reduce finance operating costs while maintaining quality and control.
• Conduct process assessments and recommend optimisation opportunities.
• Support the transition to future-fit finance operating models.

Consulting & Client Engagement

• Engage with clients to assess financial challenges and propose tailored transformation solutions.
• Deliver insights on emerging finance technologies and trends to help clients modernise their functions.
• Conduct workshops, stakeholder interviews, and road mapping sessions.

Business Development

• Contribute to client proposals, solution design, and go-to-market strategies.
• Identify business growth opportunities and participate in client onboarding.
• Build long-term relationships with decision-makers and executive sponsors.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Lead finance automation and transformation projects end-to-end.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including IT, data, and business stakeholders.
• Monitor KPIs and outcomes to ensure value delivery.

Required Skills & Experience:

• CA(SA), CIMA, FCCA or equivalent.
• 10+ years’ experience in finance, consulting, or finance transformation.
• Proven track record implementing finance automation initiatives (e.g., RPA, workflow automation, BI dashboards).
• Hands-on experience with ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics) and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, OneStream, etc).
• Strong understanding of finance process design and optimisation.
• Experience leading transformation projects
• IFRS or technical accounting experience

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with Shared Services/GBS models.
• Certification in automation tools (e.g., UiPath, Power Automate) is a plus.
• Business development or pre-sales experience is highly advantageous.

Please note:
As all iqbusiness roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information; our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verification.
iqbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation, we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals.