Project Manager (Accounting System Implementation)

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural firm is seeking an experienced finance professional to implement and manage financial systems across multiple projects. Candidates should have a strong understanding of accounting principles, software rollout experience, and project management certification. The ideal role requires collaboration with IT teams and partners while ensuring successful adoption of financial systems. This position is based in Stellenbosch, Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years experience in financial system implementation or accounting process transformation.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting frameworks.
• Demonstrated success managing software rollouts in financial environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and deliver end-to-end implementation of accounting and financial systems.
• Collaborate with partners to define workflows and tailor systems.
• Lead system migration efforts, including data mapping and reconciliation.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Coordinate user acceptance testing and staff training.
• Develop process documentation and support plans.
• Identify automation and integration opportunities.
• Liaise with software vendors and consultants.

Skills

Accounting principles

Project Management

Financial reporting

Software rollout

Financial systems implementation

Education

Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or Business Management

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)

Tools

Sage Intacct

Xero

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Business Central

SAP Business One

Job description

Minimum requirements for the role :

• Must have a tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or Business Management
• Bachelors degree in accounting is highly advantageous
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is highly advantageous
• Minimum 5+ years experience in financial system implementation or accounting process transformation
• Must have a strong understanding of accounting principles, chart of accounts structures, and financial reporting frameworks
• Demonstrated success managing software rollouts in professional services or financial environments
• Proficiency in leading platforms such as Sage Intacct, Xero, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Business Central, or SAP Business One

The successful candidate will be responsible for :

• Planning, managing, and delivering end-to-end implementation of accounting and financial systems across multiple projects.
• Collaborating with partners, accountants, and IT teams to assess requirements, define workflows, and tailor systems to operational needs.
• Leading system migration efforts including data mapping, validation, and reconciliation.
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables with structured reporting to stakeholders.
• Coordinating user acceptance testing (UAT) and training for staff to ensure confident adoption.
• Developing process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and post-implementation support plans.
• Identifying opportunities for automation, integration, and efficiency improvements within accounting workflows.
• Liaising with software vendors and consultants for customization, technical support, and system upgrades.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into only with the shortlisted candidates. If you do not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.