Systems Administrator

Discovery Limited; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Administrator to enhance financial processes through automation and support for the SageX3 application. This role involves optimizing existing financial systems, collaborating with internal and external partners, and ensuring user satisfaction through effective training and support. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant IT degree or certification, along with extensive experience in SageX3. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and efficiency, and contribute to the continuous improvement of financial operations within the organization.

Qualifications

• IT degree or certification with 3+ years of experience in a relevant role.
• Extensive knowledge of SageX3 as a business system administrator.

Responsibilities

• Optimize financial processes by integrating Sage with business systems.
• Provide ongoing support to users and coordinate system upgrades.

Skills

SageX3

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

IT related degree or certification

3 years' relevant work experience

Tools

Sage

Job description

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Systems Administrator

Business Unit: Discovery Central Services
Function: Data Analysis
Date: 7 Feb

The system specialist will assume a support role in developing and implementing automation strategies and other efficiencies using the current and future financial systems.

Key Responsibilities

1. Optimise existing financial processes by identifying opportunities to integrate Sage and the Business source systems.
2. Support internal business users currently on the Sage system in drawing up relevant business requirements.
3. Liaise with the external Sage partner relationship for ongoing Sage support and project engagements.
4. Schedule regular meetings between the Sage system support team, Finance, and the Sage Business partner to ensure resolution of open issues and updates on project statuses.
5. Identify and formalize a Sage training plan and provide user updates on enhancements implemented.
6. Provide ongoing day-to-day support to all business users.
7. Assist with coordinating all system upgrade implementations with IT, Sage, and the business partner.
8. Assist with reviewing the existing business continuity plan for the Sage application and identify and implement any updates required.
9. Liaise with auditors and assist with finance system related audits.
10. Assist with any other Sage or related Finance system queries or support.

Qualifications and Experience

IT related degree or certification or minimum 3 years' relevant work experience.
Extensive knowledge and experience working on the SageX3 application as a business system administrator.

Skills And Competencies

1. Ability to operate independently and under pressure.
2. Ability to perform multiple concurrent tasks and responsibilities and to deal with changing priorities while maintaining personal effectiveness.
3. Strong understanding of contract terms and risk mitigation.
4. Ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and be responsive to internal customer requirements.
5. Decisive and driven by deadlines, bias for action.
6. Willingness to challenge ideas and provide suggestions which are in the best interests of the company.
7. Ability to work collaboratively with internal customers and other external professionals.
8. Sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with internal customers and suppliers.

Employment Equity

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.