Senior Project Manager

IOCO; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Cape Town for a hybrid 6-month contract. The role includes driving finance technology project delivery, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in implementing finance systems and managing projects effectively in fast-paced environments.

Benefits

Opportunities for continuous learning

Working with knowledgeable industry professionals

Qualifications

• Proven success delivering finance technology implementations.
• Hands-on experience with finance platforms (e.g. ERP, general ledger).
• Strong understanding of financial processes and reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of finance technology transformation projects.
• Manage stakeholder engagement across finance and IT.
• Drive project planning, resource allocation, and risk management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

Project Planning

Communication

Tools

ERP Systems

Reporting Tools

Job description

Weâ€re seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead strategic delivery of finance systems initiatives within a regulated financial services environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to drive impactful change in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.

Please note this role is a hybrid role based in Cape Town for an initial 6 month contract, with possibility to extend subject to performance.

What youâ€ll do :

• Lead end-to-end delivery of finance technology and operating model transformation projects
• Manage stakeholder engagement across finance, IT, and executive leadership
• Drive project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and reporting
• Ensure alignment with regulatory standards and internal governance frameworks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth delivery and integration of systems
• Proven success delivering technology implementations , especially finance-related systems
• Hands-on experience with finance platforms (e.g. ERP, general ledger, reporting tools)
• Strong understanding of financial processes and reporting requirements
• Skilled in managing projects using Agile, hybrid, and traditional methodologies
• Excellent communication skills with ability to work independently and engage senior stakeholders
• Structured, proactive leader who thrives in fast-paced environments

Other information applicable to the opportunity :

• Contract Position : 6 Months
• Location : Cape Town - HybridÂ

Why work for us?

Want to work for an organization that solves complex real-world problems with innovative software solutions? At iOCO, we believe anything is possible with modern technology, software, and development expertise. We are continuously pushing the boundaries of innovative solutions across multiple industries using an array of technologies. 

You will be part of a consultancy, working with some of the most knowledgeable minds in the industry on interesting solutions across different business domains. 

Our culture of continuous learning will ensure that you will have all the opportunities, tools, and support to hone and grow your craft. 

By joining IOCO you will have an open invitation to developer inspiring forums. A place where you will be able to connect and learn from and with your peers by sharing ideas, experiences, practices, and solutions. 

iOCO is an equal opportunity employer with an obligation to achieve its own unique EE objectives in the context of Employment Equity targets. Therefore, our employment strategy gives primary preference to previously disadvantaged individuals or groups.

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