Group Finance Systems Administrator (London Area)

Group Finance Systems Administrator

Hybrid working - London office

Fixed Term Contract

SystemsAccountants is partnering with a growing FTSE 250 business to recruit a Group Finance Systems Administrator to join their Group Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support both business-as-usual systems operations and a major transformation project to implement a new consolidation system.

About the Role

Reporting to the Group Head of FP&A, you’ll be the go-to expert for managing financial data flows, resolving system issues, supporting reporting tools, and partnering with stakeholders across global finance teams. You’ll also play a vital role in maintaining IFRS 16 lease accounting data, assisting in the development of a new consolidation solution, and supporting the month-end close and budgeting processes.

This is an ideal position for a hands-on EPM / Finance Systems specialist who enjoys improving processes, working with data, and acting as the bridge between finance and IT.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting Systems Support & Development

• Support and maintain the group’s EPM financial and management reporting tool
• Serve as the first point of contact for global finance users, managing issues and escalating to Group IT as needed
• Monitor monthly data flows from local ERP systems to the central reporting cubes
• Troubleshoot and resolve data mapping and transformation issues
• Liaise with Group IT and software vendors to manage incidents and implement fixes

IFRS 16 Lease Accounting

• Support monthly transfer of lease accounting data in Tagetik into OLAP cubes
• Maintain and improve processes for country teams to post adjustments and validate results
• Work with the finance team and vendors to evaluate IFRS 16 treatment in the new consolidation system

New Consolidation System Implementation

• Assist with the system selection, design, and implementation process
• Provide support on data migration, mapping, testing, and parallel run activities
• Work closely with the project team and finance stakeholders to ensure system requirements are met

Technical & Analytical Support

• Use SQL, Excel VBA, and Python scripts to support and transform data integrations (particularly with SAP S/4HANA)
• Manage App-Engine and Import Master Scripts to ensure smooth data movement
• Develop and improve financial reports, dashboards, and automation processes
• Contribute to ongoing enhancements and efficiencies in reporting systems and workflows

What We're Looking For

• Solid experience in a finance systems support role
• Strong knowledge of financial consolidation and reporting systems, such as HFM, Tagetik, OneStream, TM1, Infor d/epm, Cognos Controller
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with SQL and VBA essential, Python desirable
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to work with cross-functional teams
• A self-starter with a keen eye for process improvement and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-currency international environment

Submissions of interest: Carrie@systemsaccountants.com