Finance Systems Lead

Join Our Team as a Finance Systems Lead at Foster + Partners

Foster + Partners is one of the world’s most innovative and respected studios for sustainable architecture, urbanism, engineering, and design. Founded by Norman Foster in 1967, we’ve grown into a global community of over 1,800 people across multiple international offices. As we continue to expand, we’re implementing a new ERP platform to support the next chapter of our growth — and we’re looking for a skilled Finance Systems Lead to help shape that future.

About the role

As our Finance Systems Lead, you will own and optimise F+P’s financial systems — from day-to-day administration to major transformation initiatives. Working closely with both Finance and IT, you’ll ensure our data is accurate and secure, drive process improvements, and play a central role in the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365.

You’ll collaborate with senior stakeholders, influence system strategy, and lead key elements of our ERP transformation programme.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Financial Systems Leadership

• Oversee all finance systems, including ERP, accounting software and related tools.
• Maintain data integrity, support internal controls, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead UAT processes, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues proactively.
• Partner with IT on upgrades, maintenance, and technical enhancements.

Process & Automation

• Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and automation.
• Establish best practices for system use and data management.

Reporting & Insights

• Deliver accurate, timely reporting aligned with IFRS and GAAP.
• Build dashboards and reporting suites for senior management and project teams.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and disclosures.

Data Security & Compliance

• Work with IT to strengthen security protocols and support audits.

Training & Support

• Create and deliver user training and documentation.
• Provide hands-on support to finance system users.

ERP Implementation (Microsoft Dynamics 365)

• Act as a core member of the implementation team.
• Analyse legacy systems (Cygnum, Access Dimensions) and define new requirements.
• Lead data migration, testing, reporting configuration, and user adoption.

What We’re Looking For:

• Recognised UK professional accountancy qualification.
• Proven experience leading ERP implementations (Dynamics 365 highly desirable).
• Strong background in financial systems administration and optimisation.
• Demonstrated success in automation, process improvement, and reporting.
• Experience working with IFRS/GAAP and compliance frameworks.
• Confident in training, change management, and cross-functional collaboration.

You’ll join a diverse, collaborative, and forward-thinking community, where innovation, professional growth, and cross-disciplinary teamwork are central. As part of a practice that embeds equity, diversity, and inclusion in all that we do, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping to shape the future of finance at an internationally renowned studio.