Sage Implementation Consultant

Sage Implementation Consultant | Woodmead, Sandton | Permanent Use your accounting articles and systems mindset to build a consulting career. Step into a client-facing role where you will shape how finance teams work, report and make decisions. As a Sage Implementation Consultant, you will lead full-cycle Sage ERP implementations for new and existing clients. You will analyse current processes, gather requirements, configure the system, and guide end users through testing, go-live and post-implementation support. This role is ideal for a SAIPA/SAICA/CIMA/ACCA article clerk or newly qualified accountant who enjoys problem-solving, technology and working closely with clients. You will join a specialist consulting team that partners with mid-size and enterprise organisations across multiple industries. The environment is fast-paced, professional and collaborative, with plenty of exposure to different business models and finance teams. You will gain deep product expertise, project experience, and the chance to grow into a senior consulting or leadership role. Our client is a well-established business solutions company that implements and supports leading cloud-based ERP and financial systems. Operating from modern offices in Woodmead, they work with a diverse portfolio of clients and are known for strong delivery, deep product knowledge and long-term client relationships. What You’ll Do • Lead and manage end-to-end Sage ERP implementation projects for new and existing clients• Conduct detailed business process analysis and requirements gathering with finance and operational stakeholders• Configure Sage solutions to meet client-specific business, reporting and control requirements• Prepare functional specifications, project plans and status reports• Facilitate user acceptance testing and ensure issues are tracked and resolved• Deliver user training, go-live assistance and post-implementation support• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation and system optimisation• Collaborate closely with internal technical teams and client stakeholders to ensure on-time, in-scope delivery What You Bring • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related field• Completed or in-progress articles through SAIPA, SAICA, CIMA or ACCA• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting and month-end processes• High level of accuracy, analytical thinking and attention to detail• Excellent communication, interpersonal and report-writing skills• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a consulting environment• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)• Experience in system implementations, ERP, or consulting roles advantageous• Exposure to ERP systems such as Sage, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics or SAP Business One beneficial• Willingness to travel to client sites for workshops, meetings and go-live support when required What Success Looks Like • Clients experience a smooth transition to Sage with high user adoption and minimal disruption to operations• Implementation projects are delivered on time, within scope and to agreed quality standards• Business requirements and processes are clearly documented and accurately configured in the system• Users feel confident post-training and receive responsive support during and after go-live• You build strong, professional relationships with clients and internal stakeholders• You proactively identify improvements that enhance client processes and system performance• Over time, you become a trusted subject matter expert on Sage functionality and best practices