Job Description

DescriptionABOUT GENESISIn a world undergoing convulsive technological and political change, Genesis partners with key actors to deliver urgent, lasting impact in critical areas.Genesis, an impact firm founded, incorporated and headquartered in Africa, has worked in 46 African countries and more than 100 countries globally. Uniquely, Genesis is focused on the Young World - the arc of countries with young populations stretching across Africa, the Middle East, South Asia and parts of Southeast Asia.By 2030 four in five children will be born in the Young World, making this region central to the future. With growing markets and young, productive populations, Young World countries have the most positive potential trajectory in the world. It is here that investments of all kinds will have the highest social and economic returns.Our job at Genesis is to help societies, governments and businesses across the Young World succeed at three fundamental historic transitions:

• Reconfiguring economies: creating income for large, rapidly urbanising youth cohorts within a global economy undergoing profound changes
• A human transition: a fundamental rethink of how societies, governments and markets can ensure the health and cognitive and social well-being of all those young people, including the most vulnerable
• A just climate transition: both to decarbonise and to manage the human and economic impacts of a global crisis they did not cause

To do this work, we are building a new type of impact firmLOCATION: South Africa, however, we will consider candidates in other locations on a case-by-case basis.(You should have the legal right to work and live in the location).PRACTICE AREA DESCRIPTIONGroup Services provides support to the business and covers Finance, HR, Business Development, IT, Marketing and Office Management. It consists of a team of valuable experts who provide trustworthy solutions to complex and everyday challenges. We are dedicated to accuracy and reliability and to work with each Practice Area, like interconnected cogs and flywheels, to build a trusted system.ROLE DESCRIPTIONAs an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Senior Associate you will be a vital member of the ERP implementation and support team within the firm. You will be responsible for assisting in the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of the ERP system to ensure it meets the businesss needs efficiently. This role demands a blend of technical expertise, project management skills, and a deep understanding of business processes. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful implementation, maintenance, and optimization of our ERP systems (Sage Intacct & Sage People 300), ultimately contributing to the firms operational efficiency and strategic goals.Your role will include but not limited to the following:

• ERP Implementation and Upgrades
• Business Process Analysis
• System Configuration and Customization
• User Training and Support
• Data Management and Integration
• Quality Assurance and Testing

RequirementsGenesis consultants carry a balanced combination of powerful intellect, strong technical skills, and a consulting character to match. Successful candidates for roles at Genesis:

• Are passionate, self-motivated and energetic problem-solvers
• Value integrity and exhibit ethical behaviour
• Are analytical thinkers and fast learners with an excellent academic record

The successful candidate will possess a combination of education, skills, experience, and personal qualities.

• National Diploma or Degree in Accounting/IT/Computer Science.
• Certification in ERP software (Sage Intacct certification a plus).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience implementing and supporting ERP systems. (Experience on Sage Intacct will be an added advantage).
• Excellent verbal & written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Ability to function effectively in collaborative, team-oriented environments.

HOW TO APPLY

• Please follow the online application process on the career portal of the Genesis website, we are unable to accept any e-mailed CVs or applications
• Your application will primarily be considered for this role. If that are multiple roles that you are interested in, please submit your application to each position
• Once you have applied via our career portal, you will receive a system-generated confirmation e-mail that your application was received
• NOTE: Please be advised that uploaded documents/attachments cannot be bigger than 4MB in total, as the system will not accept your application if the uploaded documents exceed 4MB
• Communication will be with short-listed candidates only - if you do not receive any feedback on your application within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful
• Genesis Analytics reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment of any advertised role
• All appointments will be made in line with Genesis Analytics Employment Equity Plan and Transformation Policies
• All applications will be treated confidentially

Work LevelSeniorTypePermanentSalaryMarket RelatedEE PositionNoLocationSouth Africa

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