Enterprise Architect - Finance Systems

Page Personnel; London; Hybrid; GBP 119,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting firm in London seeks a Finance Enterprise Architect to bridge enterprise technology with CFO priorities. Responsibilities include defining architectures for finance functions, ensuring compliance, and advising on financial strategies. The ideal candidate has a master's degree, 8+ years of relevant experience, and expertise in finance systems. The position offers a salary of up to £140,000 annually and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Hybrid working - 2 days (London)

Competitive salary up to £140,000

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• 8+ years in strategy, business analysis, or enterprise architecture, with 5+ years in finance systems.
• Proven expertise with finance operating models and KPIs (EBITDA, NPV, DSO).
• Experience with AI/ML in finance (e.g., anomaly detection, predictive AR).

Responsibilities

• Define target architectures for core finance functions (ERP, EPM, Treasury).
• Architect solutions for SOX, audit, regulatory compliance.
• Advise CFO on translating financial strategies into technical roadmaps.

Skills

Strategy Formulation & Execution

Relationship Management

Solution Design & Delivery

Business Outcome Alignment

Advanced Financial Systems Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in relevant field or equivalent experience

Tools

SaaS

PaaS

Data analytics

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

• 2 days on Site in London
• You should have deep Finance Strategy & Systems expertise

About Our Client

The client is a UK provider of goods, across many industries.

Job Description

Finance Enterprise Architect - Role OverviewAs a Finance Enterprise Architect with expertise in finance strategy and systems, you bridge enterprise technology with CFO priorities, driving financial transformation through architecture. You design and govern modern finance platforms-covering GL, AP/AR, Consolidation, Tax, Treasury, FP&A, Risk, and AI forecasting-ensuring compliance, cost optimization, and data-driven decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesFinance Systems Strategy (70%)

• Define target architectures for core finance functions (ERP, EPM, Treasury).
• Architect solutions for SOX, audit, regulatory compliance.
• Advise CFO on translating financial strategies (capital allocation, M&A) into technical roadmaps.
• Evaluate and integrate fintech vendors into the finance ecosystem.

Cross-Domain Integration (20%)

• Design seamless data flows across Finance, HR, Supply Chain, and Commercial.
• Govern APIs and middleware for real-time financial data.

Governance & Standards (10%)

• Enforce architecture principles (e.g., single source of truth, reconciliation).
• Champion FinOps practices to align cloud spend with financial goals.

The Successful Applicant

Core Competencies

• Strategy Formulation & Execution: Analyze business models and market trends, connect finance strategy with enterprise IT.
• Relationship Management: Build EA value proposition, engage stakeholders, facilitate strategic planning and execution.
• Solution Design & Delivery: Develop implementation roadmaps, minimum viable architectures, and align IT delivery with business outcomes.
• Business Outcome Alignment: Identify capability gaps, recommend solutions, and guide financial transformation.
• Advanced Financial Systems Knowledge: Financial close automation, regulatory reporting, treasury and risk management.

Credentials

• Bachelor's/Master's in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years in strategy, business analysis, or EA, with 5+ years in finance systems.
• Proven expertise with finance operating models and KPIs (EBITDA, NPV, DSO).
• Experience with AI/ML in finance (e.g., anomaly detection, predictive AR).

Skills & Tools

• Deep knowledge of SaaS, PaaS, microservices, data analytics, and EA frameworks.
• Familiarity with IT governance, DevOps, agile methodologies, and financial modeling.
• Leadership, consulting, and communication skills.

Characteristics

• Trusted advisor with strong influence skills.
• Innovative thinker with situational awareness.
• Collaborative and vendor-neutral.
• Resilient in governance and decision-making.

What's on Offer

Up to £140,000 per annum plus benefits Hybrid working - 2 days (London)