Finance Systems Administrator

Octopus Energy; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational group, Octopus Energy, is seeking a Systems Administrator in London to manage finance applications and enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience with NetSuite, stakeholder management skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join a company celebrated for its innovative culture and commitment to inclusion, and take on a pivotal role in supporting financial processes and systems.

Benefits

Autonomy on innovative projects

Flexible salary details

Best company to work for in 2022

Inclusive and fair workplace

Qualifications

• 2+ years of NetSuite system administration experience.
• Experience supporting core financial processes (P2P, O2C, R2R).
• Strong knowledge of financial operations and controls.

Responsibilities

• Handle administration of multiple finance systems, including NetSuite.
• Provide first-line user support and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure financial controls are maintained and updated.

Skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Education

NetSuite Certification (Administrator or SuiteFoundation)

Tools

NetSuite

Rossum

Pleo

Job description

Octopus Energy has grown exponentially in its short history. It is now a complex multi-billion turnover international group, participating in multiple industry verticals including retail utilities, utilities management, generation, EV leasing, and software sales. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.

As part of our growth strategy, we are implementing new business management applications to streamline our finance operations and improve efficiency. We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to support our end-to-end finance applications. This role will be pivotal in ensuring the ongoing success of Finance and its ability to maintain new systems for the Group. The Systems Administrator will work alongside our NetSuite Administrator to manage the day-to-day administration and maintenance of several finance systems, including NetSuite, Rossum, and Pleo.

What you'll do

• Handle system administration and ITGC responsibilities;
• Provide first-line user support, escalating issues as needed;
• Investigate and resolve technical issues across multiple finance systems, including system interface/integration issues;
• Ensure financial and system controls are maintained, updated, and aligned with best practices;
• Maintain user access and roles;
• Customize and maintain reports, dashboards, and saved searches;
• Provide system training and support to finance and operational teams on functionality and best practices;
• Identify potential improvements within the Finance systems landscape and internal processes;
• Work closely with IT, Finance, and external vendors to ensure system performance and alignment with business needs;
• Keep Finance Systems up-to-date by testing and implementing system updates and new functionalities; and
• Assist in selecting, setting up, implementing, and monitoring new features, functionalities, and add-ons.

What you'll need

• 2+ years of relevant NetSuite system administration experience;
• Experience supporting core financial processes (P2P, O2C, R2R);
• NetSuite Certification (Administrator or SuiteFoundation) is advantageous;
• Experience with Rossum and Pleo (or similar Invoice Scanning & Expense Management systems), and other finance systems, is advantageous;
• Strong knowledge of financial operations and controls;
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive, process-improvement mindset;
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical users;
• A drive to maximize the value of Octopus’s finance systems and to continuously improve.

Why you'll love it here

• Salary details are flexible and discussed during a call with our recruiters—our priority is finding the right fit.
• Octopus Energy offers a unique culture where people learn, decide, and build quickly, working with autonomy on innovative projects.
• We value and reward hard work with perks that matter to you.
• We were named the best company to work for in 2022 and ranked among the top 50 places to work on Glassdoor.
• Visit our perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Are you ready for a career with us? We provide the tools and environment to help you unleash your potential.

Need any specific accommodations? Let us know, and we'll customize your interview process for comfort and success.

We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of whether you meet 100% of the job requirements. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to providing an inclusive, fair workplace for everyone.