09/22/2026 updated
JM
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Senior Business Analyst / Accounting Professional AGA (SA)
Durban, South Africa
Only remote
Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Financial Accounting (BCom), University of South Africa, 2019About me
I am a Business Analyst that has been working in the manufacturing industry for the last 6 years, I have been a part of a number of successful projects ranging from small reporting work to large implementation of full a full ERP.
AccountingData AnalysisBusiness IntelligenceBusiness AnalysisBusiness ReportingExcel FormulasExcel MacrosExcel Pivot TablesQuickBooks (Software)Sage AccountingSpend AnalysisExcel SolverQliksenseCost Accounting
Business Analysis
Over 8 years of experience leading complex business analysis initiatives, translating business requirements into technical solutions, and driving strategic decision making across various industries.
Financial Reporting and Accounting
Extensive expertise in financial reporting, reconciliations, preparation of management accounts for 20+ divisions, statutory reports, and assistance in drafting and auditing company financial statements.
ERP Implementation and Data Analysis
Hands-on experience in the design and implementation of ERP systems (Syspro), including data conversion, material requirements planning, and significant system customization to meet business requirements.
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Proficiency in advanced Excel formulas, Visual Basic for custom Macros, PowerQuery, PowerPivot, as well as edit and read protections for data integrity.
Power Platform and Automation
Practical knowledge of Power Automate, Power Apps, and SharePoint including permission administration and site creation, enabling process automation and operational efficiency.
QlikSense Reporting
Experience with QlikSense for both local and cloud-based report and dashboard creation, as well as report automation using Mail and Deploy and Tabular Reporting.
Accounting Software Management
Usage and management of various accounting software platforms including Sage Evolution, Sage Paste, QuickBooks, Xero, and Syspro.
Project Management
Project management of ERP implementations, operational system design, and business improvement initiatives across multiple divisions and stakeholder groups.
Audit and Tax Compliance
Experience in planning, performing, and finalizing assurance engagements, compiling financial statements, calculating current and deferred tax, and submitting income tax returns.
SQL and Data Analysis
Basic SQL queries and data analysis capabilities supporting business intelligence and reporting functions.
Over 8 years of experience leading complex business analysis initiatives, translating business requirements into technical solutions, and driving strategic decision making across various industries.
Financial Reporting and Accounting
Extensive expertise in financial reporting, reconciliations, preparation of management accounts for 20+ divisions, statutory reports, and assistance in drafting and auditing company financial statements.
ERP Implementation and Data Analysis
Hands-on experience in the design and implementation of ERP systems (Syspro), including data conversion, material requirements planning, and significant system customization to meet business requirements.
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Proficiency in advanced Excel formulas, Visual Basic for custom Macros, PowerQuery, PowerPivot, as well as edit and read protections for data integrity.
Power Platform and Automation
Practical knowledge of Power Automate, Power Apps, and SharePoint including permission administration and site creation, enabling process automation and operational efficiency.
QlikSense Reporting
Experience with QlikSense for both local and cloud-based report and dashboard creation, as well as report automation using Mail and Deploy and Tabular Reporting.
Accounting Software Management
Usage and management of various accounting software platforms including Sage Evolution, Sage Paste, QuickBooks, Xero, and Syspro.
Project Management
Project management of ERP implementations, operational system design, and business improvement initiatives across multiple divisions and stakeholder groups.
Audit and Tax Compliance
Experience in planning, performing, and finalizing assurance engagements, compiling financial statements, calculating current and deferred tax, and submitting income tax returns.
SQL and Data Analysis
Basic SQL queries and data analysis capabilities supporting business intelligence and reporting functions.
Experience
Professional experience5 - 10 years
Freelancer since2025
Languages
EnglishNative speaker
Project history
Project management of Syspro ERP implementation including material requirements planning, system customization, and data conversion. Managing and creating automated financial and non-financial reports for 20+ divisions. Preparation and submission of statutory reports, assistance in financial statement drafting and audit, and development of Monthly Management Reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Project management of Syspro ERP implementation including material requirements planning and system customization. Managing and creating automated financial and non-financial reports for 20+ divisions. Assisting senior financial roles, designing and implementing operational systems, and supporting data conversion from previous ERP system.
Monthly reporting for beverage division to executives and operational management. Reconciliation of accounts, submission of foreign payments, maintenance of product costing and manufacturing bills of materials, production of management accounts for the entire company, and management of financial staff in the beverage division.