Senior Project Manager - Financial Systems Implementation

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Prestigious work environment

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct seeks a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead critical financial systems implementations in Sandton, Gauteng. The role requires deep ERP knowledge, strong leadership, and proven delivery of large-scale technology deployments with finance stakeholders.

You will manage end-to-end projects, including scope, budgets, and change management, in a hybrid setup requiring on-site presence in Sandton and flexible remote collaboration.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Project Management with a focus on implementing financial systems.
• Proven track record managing large ERP or financial software upgrade projects.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies; familiar with MS Project and Jira.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of financial systems implementation projects (ERP upgrades, new accounting software).
• Define scope, objectives, timelines and resources aligned to business goals.
• Manage project budgets and track expenditures to meet financial objectives.
• Coordinate with finance, IT, operations and external vendors.
• Oversee configuration, data migration, UAT, and end-user training.
• Identify and manage risks, issues and dependencies through the lifecycle.
• Ensure regulatory and data security compliance; implement change management plans.
• Monitor progress and drive successful adoption of new financial systems.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Jira

SAP

Oracle Financials

Workday Financials

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead critical financial systems implementation projects in Sandton, Gauteng . This role requires a deep understanding of financial processes, ERP systems, and large-scale technology deployments. You will be responsible for managing complex projects from initiation to successful completion, ensuring seamless integration with existing financial infrastructures. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder management skills, with a proven track record of delivering significant financial technology solutions. This position operates under a hybrid work model , requiring regular engagement at our client's office in Sandton, Gauteng , while allowing for remote work flexibility. Join our client to drive transformative changes in their financial operations and contribute to their strategic objectives through expert project management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of financial systems implementation projects, such as ERP upgrades or new accounting software rollouts.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, IT, operations, and external vendors.
• Oversee system configuration, data migration, user acceptance testing (UAT), and end-user training.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, data security standards, and internal policies.
• Develop and execute comprehensive change management and communication plans for stakeholders at all levels.
• Monitor project performance, report on progress, and ensure the successful adoption of new financial systems.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Project Management , with a strong focus on implementing financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle Financials, Workday Financials).
• Proven experience managing large-scale ERP implementation or financial software upgrade projects.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities related to financial systems and processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PMP or Prince2 certification is highly valued.
• Experience working within a hybrid model , with a commitment to regular on-site presence in Sandton, Gauteng , and effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development in financial project management.
• Exposure to high-impact strategic projects critical to the organization's financial health.
• A dynamic and prestigious work environment in the heart of Sandton's business district.
• Flexible working arrangements through a hybrid model.
• Chance to shape the future of financial systems and operations.