IT Manager: Finance Systems

Datonomy Solutions (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Datonomy Solutions (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg seeks an experienced Finance IT Manager to lead the stability, development and delivery of critical Finance systems and technology initiatives.

This technical applications and development leadership role focuses on managing a Finance IT development team, overseeing major Finance applications and complex projects across business areas, vendors and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent IT qualification.
• 8–10 years in software/systems development or enterprise apps.
• 3+ years leading a technical/development team.
• 1+ year practical UiPath experience.
• 3–5 years ERP experience.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Experience delivering complex systems projects.

Responsibilities

• Stabilise, manage and improve Finance systems and applications.
• Lead Finance IT projects across business areas and tech teams.
• Oversee design, implementation and integration of new tech.
• Translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Define system requirements, processes and reporting outputs.
• Governance of architecture, data integration and vendors.
• Provide management reporting on delivery and performance.

Skills

Microsoft.NET development

SQL

Microsoft SQL Server

UiPath

ERP solutions

data integration

interfaces

enterprise applications

Office Suite

Education

IT degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

UiPath

ERP platforms

Job description

Finance IT Manager – Finance Systems & Applications

Location: Johannesburg
Working arrangement: Onsite
Contract: Initial 3–6-month contract

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Finance IT Manager to lead the stability, development and delivery of critical Finance systems and technology initiatives.

This is a technical applications and development leadership role, rather than a traditional financial management position. The successful candidate will manage a Finance IT development team, oversee business-critical Finance applications and lead complex systems projects involving multiple business areas, technical teams and external vendors.

The role requires a strong background in Microsoft development technologies, SQL, ERP solutions, UiPath automation and Agile delivery, supported by experience within financial services or short‑term insurance.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Systems Management

• Ensure existing Finance systems remain stable, effective and available, with minimal and manageable downtime.
• Oversee the support, maintenance and continuous improvement of Finance applications.
• Manage system incidents, technical risks, defects and production issues.
• Ensure compliance with technical, operational and administrative standards.
• Monitor service levels and ensure agreed customer-service standards are maintained.

Technology and Project Delivery

• Lead the execution of Finance IT projects across multiple business areas and technical teams.
• Manage the design, development, implementation and integration of new technology solutions.
• Enhance or adapt existing systems to improve business efficiency and productivity.
• Translate Finance and business requirements into practical technical solutions.
• Define system requirements, operational processes, user interfaces and reporting outputs.
• Present proposed solutions to Finance leaders, project sponsors and other stakeholders.
• Ensure solutions are scalable, supportable and aligned with the broader Finance technology architecture.

Development Team Leadership

• Manage the Finance IT team’s workload, priorities, quality and delivery.
• Allocate development work and provide clear direction regarding expected methods, processes and outcomes.
• Facilitate Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning and daily stand‑ups.
• Oversee code reviews, technical quality and development standards.
• Track team capacity, delivery timelines and output.
• Support team members in resolving complex technical and operational problems.
• Create clear accountability and secure commitment to agreed deliverables.

RPA and Automation

• Maintain, support and enhance UiPath RPA solutions.
• Identify opportunities to automate Finance processes and reduce manual effort.
• Ensure automated solutions are reliable, controlled and aligned with business requirements.
• Work with Finance stakeholders to assess and prioritise automation opportunities.

Architecture, Integration and Vendor Management

• Contribute to the development of a fit‑for‑purpose Finance systems architecture.
• Ensure effective integration between Finance applications, ERP platforms, data environments and other enterprise systems.
• Engage with technology vendors and implementation partners regarding new solutions.
• Evaluate proposed technologies, products and services.
• Manage vendor delivery, performance and alignment with technical and business requirements.
• Conduct ongoing research into technologies and industry developments relevant to Finance systems.

Governance and Reporting

• Provide management reporting on project delivery, system performance, operational indicators, risks and outstanding issues.
• Present achievements, challenges and recommendations to senior management.
• Monitor variances against agreed standards and implement corrective action plans.
• Ensure adherence to applicable policies, procedures, controls and governance requirements.
• Identify and implement opportunities for continuous process improvement.
• Participate in technology strategy, product development and policy initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant IT degree or equivalent qualification.

Required Experience

• 8–10 years’ experience in software development, systems development or enterprise applications.
• At least 3 years’ experience managing a technical, development or applications team.
• At least 1 year of practical UiPath experience.
• Between 3 and 5 years’ ERP solution experience.
• Practical experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Experience managing complex systems projects across multiple teams and business areas.
• Experience supporting business‑critical Finance or enterprise applications.
• Previous exposure to financial services, preferably short‑term insurance.

Technical Skills

• Strong Microsoft .NET development knowledge.
• Strong SQL and Microsoft SQL Server skills.
• Understanding of software‑development practices, code reviews and quality standards.
• Experience with UiPath and robotic process automation.
• Good understanding of ERP solutions.
• Understanding of data integration, interfaces and data‑warehousing tools.
• Experience designing, enhancing and integrating enterprise applications.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Insurance and Finance Knowledge

The successful candidate should have a sound understanding of commercial and industrial short‑term insurance, including:

• Risk management
• Underwriting
• Claims processes
• Reinsurance and treaties
• Insurance terminology
• Insurance products
• Finance processes and reporting