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Finance Systems Manager

Job Posted: 13 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

We are supporting a client with the recruitment of a Finance Systems Manager to take ownership of their global financial systems landscape and play a central role in shaping the future of their finance technology strategy. This is a senior, hands‑on role that blends system leadership, process optimisation, team management and strategic influence.The organisation operates across multiple regions and is investing heavily in modernising its finance systems, processes and reporting capabilities. The Finance Systems Manager will work closely with Finance, IT and senior stakeholders to ensure systems are robust, well‑controlled, scalable and aligned to the needs of a growing business.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong ERP experience (D365 ideal) who enjoys leading system improvements, driving automation and enabling finance teams to work smarter.

Role OverviewYou will oversee the administration, optimisation and development of all core finance systems, including the ERP platform and associated tools. You'll lead a global systems support team, ensure data integrity, manage upgrades, support integrations and act as a key contributor to ongoing transformation initiatives.The role also involves designing reporting suites, improving processes, strengthening controls and ensuring financial data is secure, accurate and compliant.

Key Responsibilities:
Financial Systems Leadership

Own and manage all finance systems globally, including ERP (D365 FO) and procurement tools
Lead and develop a global finance systems support team
Ensure data accuracy, system integrity and compliance with internal controls
Oversee user acceptance testing, system fixes and new feature rollouts
Monitor system performance and proactively resolve issues
Partner with IT and external vendors on upgrades, maintenance and integrations
Act as a core member of ERP implementation and transformation projects
Build and deliver reporting suites for senior stakeholders
Create training materials and lead user training sessions
Provide expert guidance on best practice system usage and process designProcess Improvement & Automation

Identify opportunities to streamline finance processes and reduce manual effort
Drive automation initiatives across finance
Establish and enforce best practice standards for system usage and data management
Communicate complex system or process changes to senior stakeholdersFinancial Reporting

Support the development of accurate, timely financial reporting aligned to IFRS/GAAP
Design dashboards and reporting tools for management and operational teams
Support financial statement preparation and disclosuresData Security & Compliance

Work with IT to implement strong data security protocols
Ensure compliance with regulatory and audit requirements
Act as a key contact for internal and external auditsTraining & Support

Deliver training programmes to improve system adoption
Provide ongoing support and resolve user queriesIntegration & Upgrades

Lead evaluation of new finance tools and systems
Plan and manage system upgrades and integrations with other platforms
Requirements

Strong experience leading ERP projects (D365 preferred)
Hands‑on experience with finance systems, configuration, testing and go‑live support
Experience managing teams and delivering system‑related projects
Deep understanding of finance processes, controls and reporting
Strong analytical skills and experience working with large datasets
Ability to design dashboards and custom reporting
Experience improving workflows and implementing automation
Strong communication skills, able to explain complex concepts to senior stakeholders
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach
Ability to manage sensitive information and build strong relationships across teams
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