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VKB Group

Senior System Analyst - I&T, Head Office Reitz (12 Months Contract)

Reitz

September 12, 2024

Introduction

VKB Landbou (Pty) Ltd is a dynamic agricultural company with Head-Office based in Reitz in the Northeast Free State and business presence in all provinces in South Africa. The organization strives towards healthy and modern business practices and offers employees the opportunity to utilize and develop their knowledge and skills in a competitive work environment. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional corporate environment.

About the role
The Systems Analyst’s role involves planning, and implementing efficient information and operational systems to support core organizational functions. This individual will utilize strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to identify, communicate, and resolve systems issues, thereby maximizing the benefits of IT system investments.

This role is open to a Remote and/or Hybrid work model, according to VKB's Policy.

About you

You are keen to join a dynamic Information & Technology (I&T) team and a business outside of the city metropole areas. We will surround you with people who are as passionate about Information & Technology as you are.
With your strong communication and analytical skills, you excel at diagnosing issues and proposing solutions that enhance system performance and support organizational goals.
You enjoy working in a collaborative environment, meeting with decision makers, system owners, and end users to resolve system issues, while consistently delivering efficient and effective IT solutions. Your ability to balance technical expertise with business processes sets you apart, and you’re driven to improve existing systems while also supporting new application deployments.

Requirements

College diploma or university degree in computer science, information science, management information systems, accounting or business administration, and 5 years of related work experience.
Proven experience in overseeing the design, and implementation of software and hardware solutions, systems, or products.
Extensive experience with core software applications, including Microsoft NAV & BC.
Strong understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
Understanding of Accounting principles
Analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong listening and interpersonal skills.
Ability to conduct research into systems issues and products as required.
Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
Highly self-motivated and directed.
Keen attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment.
Strong customer service orientation.
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the planning, design of new applications and enhancements to existing applications.
Meet with decision makers, system owners, and end users to define business requirements and system goals, and identify and resolve business system issues.
Ensure compatibility and interoperability of in-house and 3rd party computing systems.
Review and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.
Assist in the deployment of new applications and enhancements to existing applications.
Conduct research on hardware and software products to support purchasing decisions and justify recommendations.
Create system models, specifications, diagrams, and charts to provide direction to system programmers.
Coordinate and conduct in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems.
Provide orientation and training to end users for all modified and new systems.
Ongoing system support to business
Handling of financial reconciliations and enquiries
Root cause analysis and reporting

Skills

Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to create high quality functional documentation
Strong requirement gathering skills
Confidence in providing support and training to users
Strong attention to detail and a keen desire to deliver the highest quality solutions to customers
Business analysis
Business process understanding in Finance area
Client facing skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Other Information

The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
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VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities
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