Manager, Financial Systems Projects

AngloGold Ashanti; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global mining company based in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Manager - Finance Systems Projects to oversee SAP FI/CO integration. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant SAP experience, lead critical financial transformations, and ensure compliance with dual-ledger reporting standards. If you are a results-driven leader with strong problem-solving skills, apply for this high-impact role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years SAP FI/CO experience, including at least two full ECC implementations.
• Proven track record in M&A integrations and dual-ledger (IFRS/US GAAP) reporting.
• Strong background in data migration, testing leadership, and cutover/hypercare.

Responsibilities

• Lead the SAP FI/CO integration workstream and manage governances.
• Design and configure SAP ECC modules aligning with standards.
• Oversee data mapping, mock conversions, and user sign-offs.

Skills

SAP FI/CO experience

M&A integrations

Data migration and testing

Experience in SOX-controlled environments

US GAAP knowledge

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems

Professional designation: CA (SA), CIMA, or equivalent

PMP/Prince2 certification

Job description

112 Oxford Road, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198

Private Bag X 20, Rosebank, 2196, South Africa

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com

JOB TITLE

Manager - Finance Systems Projects (18 Months Fixed Term)

LOCATION

Johannesburg

REPORTS TO

Director Financial Systems

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a well experienced Manager - Finance Systems Projects to lead the SAP ECC FI/CO workstream, focused on Integrating a recently acquired subsidiary, and enabling dual-ledger reporting (IFRS & US GAAP). This role acts as the SAP FI/CO project lead and super user, driving design, data migration, testing, cutover, and hypercare while collaborating closely with Digital Technology (DT), Controllership, and regional finance teams.

WORK ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Project Leadership & Governance: Lead the SAP FI/CO integration workstream, define scope and milestones, manage RAID logs, and run governance forums to track progress and risks.
• System Design & Configuration: Design and configure SAP ECC modules (GL, AP, AR, AA, CO), ensuring alignment with accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting standards.
• Data Migration & Testing: Oversee data mapping, mock conversions, reconciliations, and sign-offs. Lead SIT/UAT test planning, defect management, and user sign-off.
• Cutover, Hypercare & Dual-Ledger Enablement: Coordinate cutover readiness and execution, stabilise post go‑live performance, and enable IFRS/US GAAP dual-ledger functionality.
• Controls, Compliance & Change Management: Embed SOX‑aligned controls, documentation, and change management practices; ensure audit traceability and design integrity.
• Training & Stakeholder Engagement: Develop training materials, lead user training, and manage relationships with DT, Controllership, regional finance teams, and external vendors.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Technical Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• 10+ years SAP FI/CO experience, including at least two full ECC implementations
• Proven track record in M&A integrations and dual‑ledger (IFRS/US GAAP) reporting
• Strong background in data migration, testing leadership, and cutover/hypercare
• Experience within SOX‑controlled and change‑managed environments
• US GAAP knowledge beneficial

Education & Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems
• Professional designation: CA (SA), CIMA, or equivalent
• PMP/Prince2 certification advantageous

Personal Competencies

• Analytical and structured thinker with strong problem‑solving skills
• Results‑driven, with a commitment to quality and audit traceability
• Strong communicator with proven stakeholder influence
• Leadership that fosters accountability, capability growth, and collaboration

WHY JOIN US?

This role offers the opportunity to lead a high‑impact finance transformation, collaborate across diverse teams, and gain exposure to multi‑GAAP reporting, SAP solutions, and complex system integrations—shaping the future of financial reporting in a world‑class organisation.

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

Reg No: 1944/017354/06

Directors: G Patterson, J Munanka, KV Naidoo, B Sangqu, B Chauke