Finance Systems & Transformation Lead (Contract)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFU016296/PAB

Date posted:

Friday, May 22, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Are you a technically strong finance professional with a passion for systems, process improvement, and transformation?

This is a high-impact opportunity to lead a finance modernisation initiative within a fast-growing renewable energy environment.

POSITION INFO:

Our client, a leading organisation in the renewable energy sector, is undergoing a significant finance transformation and is seeking a Finance Systems & Transformation Lead to drive this strategic initiative.

This role is ideal for an experienced finance professional who combines strong technical accounting expertise with hands-on systems and transformation experience. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing financial processes, improving data integrity, and implementing scalable systems across a multi-entity environment.

Working closely with senior finance leadership, you will lead system enhancements, streamline reporting structures, and ensure compliance with IFRS and governance standards.

Why this opportunity stands out:

Exposure to a high-impact transformation project in a future-focused industry
Strategic role with strong influence across finance and systems
Opportunity to work with senior stakeholders in a growing environment
A chance to drive meaningful change and leave a lasting legacy

Key Responsibilities

Lead finance systems transformation initiatives, including ERP enhancement and optimisation
Drive the standardisation and improvement of Group financial structures, including the Chart of Accounts
Oversee data cleansing, validation, and integrity across multiple entities
Improve financial reporting frameworks (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
Rebuild and align subledgers, fixed asset registers, and supporting reconciliations
Ensure IFRS compliance and audit-ready financial data
Develop and manage migration documentation, mapping, and governance processes
Support testing, validation, and user adoption of new system processes

Job Experience and Skills Required

Education:

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
CA(SA) highly advantageous

Experience:

8–12+ years’ experience in financial accounting, group reporting, or finance transformation
Proven experience in ERP systems, finance systems optimisation, or migration projects
Experience working in multi-entity environments with consolidation exposure
Strong background in financial data clean-up and process improvement

Technical Skills:

Advanced IFRS knowledge (including IFRS 15, IFRS 16, IAS 16, IAS 2)
Strong understanding of General Ledger, AP/AR, and Fixed Asset processes
Experience with systems such as Xero and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365 is advantageous
Strong data analysis, reconciliation, and reporting capability

Additional Requirements:

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to manage complex transformation initiatives end-to-end
High attention to detail with strong documentation and audit capability

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