Finance & Procurement Design And Implementation Lead

Adecco; Gayton; Hybrid; GBP 151,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to shape public sector FP&

Engaging, collaborative environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting a Finance & Procurement Design and Implementation Lead to drive the Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP rollout for Staffordshire Police. The role combines finance transformation, data migration and governance in a hybrid working setup.

You will lead a team, work with an implementation partner, and ensure compliance with UK VAT and public-sector finance processes while engaging senior stakeholders across the force.

Qualifications

• CCAB/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Proven experience implementing Oracle Cloud ERP Finance.
• Strong configuration experience in finance, purchasing and procurement.
• Public sector experience with policing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end functional design of Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP modules (GL, AP, Procurement).
• Collaborate with partners to configure finance, purchasing and procurement modules.
• Oversee data migration, reporting and system integrity.
• Coordinate testing with Test Manager for SIT/UAT.
• Engage stakeholders and support change management for adoption.

Skills

ERP implementation

Finance & procurement configuration

Public sector experience

UK VAT & statutory requirements

Leadership & stakeholder management

Education

CCAB/CIMA/ACCA

Tools

Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP

Job description

Adecco are please to be recruiting for a Finance & Procurement Design and Implementation Lead to work within the Staffordshire Police Force

Location: Stafford

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Daily Rate: £944.00 per day Umbrella

Contract End Date: November 2027

Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week, Hybrid working

Driving Required: Yes

Interview will be taking place on Friday 4th September with a 2nd Interview to be arrange for the following week

Please note this role is subject to Police Vetting, you will need to have been residing within the UK for a Minimum of 5 Years

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance & Procurement Design and Implementation Lead to spearhead the finance transformation programme. This role is a unique opportunity to impact the public sector by leading the implementation of the Oracle Fusion Cloud solution, ensuring it aligns with both organisational and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities Include

Finance Solution & Leadership

• Lead a dedicated team in the end-to-end functional design of Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, and Procurement.
• Act as the primary functional expert, translating technical requirements into user-friendly processes for police officers and staff.

Configuration, Build & Implementation

• Collaborate closely with the Implementation Partner to ensure accurate configuration of finance, purchasing, and procurement modules.
• Ensure robust documentation and adherence to design authority principles throughout the project lifecycle.

Data, Integrations & Reporting

• Lead efforts in data migration and integrity to ensure a seamless transition to the new ERP system.
• Define and validate reporting requirements to meet statutory and operational needs.

Testing Leadership

• Collaborate with the Test Manager to create and validate test scenarios for System Integration Testing and User Acceptance Testing.

Business Engagement & Change Support

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to assess business impacts and support change management efforts, ensuring successful adoption of the new system.

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• A professional accountancy qualification (CCAB/CIMA/ACCA).
• Proven experience in implementing Oracle Cloud ERP Finance, with multiple full lifecycle implementations.
• Strong configuration experience in core finance, purchasing and procurement modules.
• Significant experience in public sector environments (policing experience is desirable).
• A deep understanding of UK statutory requirements, VAT, and public-sector finance processes.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.Perks of the Role:

Perks of the Role

• Opportunity to shape the future of finance and procurement in a pivotal public sector role.
• Engaging work environment focused on innovation and collaboration.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and capabilities.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.