Finance System Project Manager in Kings Langley

Energy Jobline CVL; Kings Langley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy job board is seeking a Finance Systems Project Manager to oversee a 6-month project focused on transitioning to a new finance system. The successful candidate will have experience with Microsoft Dynamics and strong project management skills. This position requires excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, ensuring smooth implementation and optimization of finance workflows.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience managing finance system implementations or transitions.
• Proven ability to work effectively with finance teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft finance systems (e.g., Dynamics 365 Finance, Business Central).

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition from legacy finance systems to a new platform, ensuring business continuity.
• Oversee data migration, system configuration, testing, and go-live activities.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and milestones to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Understanding of finance operations

Education

Solid project management skills (Prince2, PMP, or Agile)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Finance Systems

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide. We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Finance Systems Project Manager to lead a 6‑month project focused on the cutover to a new finance system and the optimisation of finance‑related workflows. The successful candidate will have hands‑on experience with Microsoft Dynamics Finance Systems, and a strong background in working closely with finance teams to deliver systems and process improvements.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the transition from legacy finance systems to a new platform, ensuring business continuity.
• Oversee data migration, system configuration, testing, and go‑live activities.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure alignment and delivery.
• Manage system cutover activities.

Workflow & Process

• Analyse current finance workflows and identify areas for improvement and automation.
• Collaborate with finance and operational teams to design and implement enhanced processes.
• Ensure documentation and training materials are created to support new workflows.

Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management

• Communicate project progress, risks, and milestones to stakeholders and leadership.
• Support change management initiatives to drive adoption and minimise resistance.
• Deliver training and support to end users during and after system go‑live.

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify and manage risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure timely resolution and escalation where necessary to maintain project momentum.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrable experience managing finance system implementations or transitions.
• Strong understanding of finance operations and workflows.
• Proven ability to work effectively with finance teams and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Experience Required

• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft finance systems (e.g., Dynamics 365 Finance, Business Central).

Essential Qualifications

• Solid project management skills (Prince2, PMP, or Agile methodologies).

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in construction, property, or project‑based industries.

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