Finance Systems Manager

Financial Systems Lead

Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Financial Systems Lead to drive the configuration, optimisation, and integration of finance technologies for our client based in London on a permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead configuration, testing, and validation of finance system enhancements and new implementations.
• Support data migration and ensure the integrity and completeness of financial information.
• Collaborate with finance and audit teams to maintain secure and compliant data flows.
• Manage end-to-end ERP projects (D365), translating finance processes into system solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to finance teams, improving processes and controls through technology.
• Oversee integrations across HRIS, ERP, and workflow tools to streamline reporting and automation.
• Identify and resolve technical and operational issues during implementation and post–go-live phases.
• Uphold security standards and assist in aligning systems with compliance frameworks such as GDPR.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years in systems engineering, including at least 3 years focused on financial systems.
• Expertise with platforms such as Microsoft D365, Business Central, and Anaplan (or comparable tools).
• Strong grasp of finance and accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP advantageous).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and security tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills — able to work effectively with technical and finance teams.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic, multi-site environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (healthcare, pension).

This role requires you to be able to work in the UK and you must be able to be in the officce 5 times a week.