Anaplan Solutions Architect

Systems Accountants; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance solutions provider in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Anaplan Solutions Architect to drive innovation in enterprise financial planning. This hybrid role involves designing, building, and optimizing Anaplan solutions to support investment decisions. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, preferably be a Certified Master Anaplanner, and possess extensive experience in financial systems. Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Certified Master Anaplanner strongly preferred.
• 5+ years in financial systems, enterprise planning, or business solutions.
• Hands-on experience with system integration tools and APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimize Anaplan solutions for investment decisions.
• Develop and manage integrations with ERP, CRM, and data warehouses.
• Mentor junior team members in Anaplan best practices.

Skills

Financial modeling

Data integration

Technical communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

SQL

Python

VBA

Google Apps Script

MS Power Automate

Job description

Anaplan Solutions Architect

Location: London (Hybrid)

Permanent – Full time

We’re looking for a Certified Master Anaplanner (or aspiring expert) to drive innovation in enterprise financial planning. This is a high‑impact role where you’ll design, build, and optimise Anaplan solutions that power investment decisions and global operations.

Key Responsibilities

Anaplan Development & Administration

• Innovate financial modeling approaches using Anaplan’s latest capabilities to tackle complex investment challenges.
• Lead the design, build, and deployment of models supporting planning, forecasting, incentive compensation, and portfolio management.
• Maintain and enhance existing models for scalability, performance, and evolving business needs.
• Oversee user provisioning, role-based security, and governance across global teams.
• Act as SME and champion for best practices in model design and administration.

System Integration & Automation

• Develop and manage integrations with ERP, CRM, HR, and data warehouses using APIs and automation tools.
• Partner with IT and data teams to establish reliable ETL pipelines for accurate, consistent data flows.
• Implement solutions to validate, normalize, and transform data across systems.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Finance, Investments, and Operations to translate business processes into technical solutions.
• Deliver actionable insights and provide training, documentation, and ongoing support to maximise adoption.
• Collaborate with data science and analytics teams to leverage advanced modeling and reporting capabilities.

Continuous Improvement

• Mentor junior team members in Anaplan best practices and financial modeling.
• Identify opportunities for automation, workflow optimisation, and system enhancements.
• Stay ahead of Anaplan releases and emerging technologies to keep Starwood at the forefront of enterprise planning.
• Strengthen organisational capability through documentation, training, and knowledge transfer initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
• Certified Master Anaplanner strongly preferred.
• Understanding Finance requirements and translating these into a technical solution.
• 5+ years in financial systems, enterprise planning, or business solutions, with 3+ years focused on Anaplan.
• Hands‑on experience with system integration tools, APIs, and data pipelines.
• Strong technical skills in SQL, Python, and automation frameworks (VBA, Google Apps Script, MS Power Automate).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, OneCloud, Workday Adaptive Planning, SAP Business Objects) is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Strong communicator, able to bridge technical concepts with non‑technical stakeholders.

Apply now to express your interest in this role. Our team handles a multitude of live vacancies in the EPM space, so please get in touch to discuss your expertise in this field and explore our job opportunities.