Finance/HR ERP Workstream Lead

Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Finance/HR ERP Workstream Lead for our client, a local government organisation based in Staffordshire.

The successful post holder will be an experienced and enthusiastic expert to play a pivotal role in the implementation of the organisation's new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution.

This is a unique opportunity to shape a joined-up Finance, HR and Payroll system that helps ensure the tools employees use every day truly work for them and end users across the organisation.

This role is a temporary contract with an initial contract length of 3 months with the possibility to extend. Hybrid working.

Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Lead the Finance or HR workstream within the ERP programme, ensuring system processes are improved to meet current and future business needs.
• Build strong working relationships with system users and stakeholders, understanding operational requirements and ensuring these are reflected in the system design.
• Develop, maintain and deliver design and configuration strategies that ensure the ERP solution is configured effectively and meets project objectives.
• Work closely with the ERP implementation partner and managed payroll service provider to oversee system design, configuration and integration.
• Lead the development of the ERP solution, ensuring system functionality is optimised and delivered in line with agreed specifications.
• Review and re-engineer Finance or HR business processes to improve efficiency, consistency and service delivery.
• Develop and deliver system guidance, user documentation and training materials for managers and end users.
• Attend ERP Steering Group meetings, providing progress updates, highlighting risks and escalating issues where appropriate.
• Lead, coach and support team members, promoting high performance and a customer-focused approach to service delivery.
• Work collaboratively across the ERP Programme to support successful implementation and continuous improvement.
• Undertake additional duties within the ERP Programme appropriate to the level of the role.

Personal Requirements:

• Knowledge and experience of Finance and Procurement.
• Degree or equivalent level qualification.
• CIPD, CIPFA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Significant experience working within a complex Finance or HR environment.
• Knowledge of Finance or HR legislation, policies and best practice.
• Strong understanding of Finance, HR and Payroll system functionality.
• Experience managing third-party suppliers, implementation partners or service providers.
• Experience leading systems redesign and delivering strategic system improvements.
• Experience of process mapping and business process re-engineering.
• Experience developing and delivering user guidance, training and support materials.
• Experience producing engaging communications to support system adoption and change.
• Strong process mapping and analytical skills.
• High level of IT literacy, including experience using and configuring Finance and HR systems.
• Experience leading, motivating and developing teams to achieve high performance.

Working Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Pay: £35.89 per hour (Rate Negotiable).

Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.