Head of Financial Systems
I am excited to be working exclusively with my client who is looking for an exceptional Head of Finance Systems to lead a major finance transformation programme and shape the future of their core financial platforms. This is an ideal role for an accountant in Practice looking for step into industry and knows what good looks like!
This is a rare opportunity to have strategic influence, drive organisational design, and deliver systems that support efficiency, compliance, and long-term growth.
About the Role
You’ll lead the strategic review and implementation of key finance systems, including:
- General Ledger
- ALM
- Treasury & TTMS platforms
You’ll partner with transformation teams, set system design principles, and embed best-in-class processes across the finance function.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Setting design principles for all core finance systems
- Leading RFP processes and managing vendor selection
- Overseeing implementation, integration, and delivery
- Developing testing, training, and rollout strategies
- Assessing outsourcing options for finance data management
What We’re Looking For
- Proven leadership in finance systems & transformation
- Qualified Accountant
- Practice background
- Strong knowledge of GL, ALM, and Treasury systems
- Expertise in RFP design, vendor management & testing strategies
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement & project leadership skills
Who Might Be a Great Fit?
This opportunity may suit someone who:
-Comes from an audit background and wants to transition from practice into industry — especially if you know "what good looks like", plan effectively, and execute change confidently.
-Comes from a Financial Services industry would be beneficial but not essential.
-Has experience in manufacturing or complex operational environments, particularly if you’ve implemented new systems from scratch and understand how to embed structure, controls, and scalability.
They are looking for a credible, influential leader with outstanding stakeholder management skills — someone who can challenge, collaborate, and guide the business through a major finance systems transformation.
My client is going through a huge amount of change therefore offering future opportunity, career progression and personal development for the right driven individual.
This is a hybrid role based in Cardiff 3 days a week with flexibility. If you are interested then please apply ASAP as my client is moving quickly