The Role of Management Accountants in the ERP System Implementation Process

Abstract

This chapter explores the role of management accountants in the ERP system implementation process. In order for a successful outcome, it is essential that key user groups are involved in ERP projects from an early stage. ERP systems are dependent upon data, without the involvement and commitment of management accountants to the ERP implementation, the success of the venture is significantly threatened. The two organizations that delayed involvement of the management accountants until the second phase of the implementation (DDD and EEE) had a moderate level of ERP success, and the management accountants experienced moderate changes in their role. Since management accountants play a critical r..