SAP Project Manager

MacKenzie King are currently recruiting a SAP Project Manager for a large international organisation with offices in Ipswich. This is envisaged to be a 12 – 18 month project and, as SAP Project Manager, you will lead a global led SAP project that will impact many of the finance processes. This will involve leading a small team of people tasked solely on the project, identifying potential issues and liaising with colleagues at HQ on a regular basis. You will be responsible for driving improvements to operational efficiencies and work in partnership across the business to ensure correct implementation.

Core responsibilities will include:

• Lead and manage SAP projects, including planning, execution, monitoring and closing.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including technical, functional and business stakeholders.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues and dependencies.
• Ensure compliance with SAP best practices and methodologies.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project team members.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops and presentations
• Ensure quality control and assurance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project resources, including staffing, budget and third party vendors.
• As part of the finance management team support the function group and undertake initiatives for the wider need of the department.

Skills and Experience required :

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills are essential.
• Qualified Accountant with a minimum of 5 years experience.
• Experience of a multi entity organisation.
• Knowledge and experience of SAP Financials
• Strong leadership experience with a proven track record of leading and managing professional staff, delivering solid performance and continuous service improvement.
• Skills in SAP IT project management, with experience of leading multinational SAP projects.
• A good knowledge of accounting, controlling and treasury businesses processes

This will be an office based role working for a great business with an excellent reputation and an impressive client base. The successful completion of the project will make a real difference to the efficiency of the business moving forward.