Finance Systems Analyst

Francis Crick Institute Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension contributions

Healthcare and wellbeing support

Work-life balance programs

On-site facilities and staff perks

Job summary

The Francis Crick Institute is seeking an experienced Finance Systems Analyst to develop, support and improve the finance systems that underpin our operations. You will partner with Finance, People Systems and IT to drive enhancements around Workday Financials, Adaptive Planning, Power BI and Excel, shaping a roadmap for future system improvements.

You will take ownership of day-to-day issues, manage projects, and ensure strong governance and reporting across finance platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience with finance systems administration and project delivery.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex system issues and implement improvements.
• Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support finance systems projects and implementations.
• Manage configuration, processes, reporting, security and data governance.
• Support day-to-day administration of Workday Financials and related tools.
• Troubleshoot system, integration and user issues; test upgrades and changes.
• Collaborate with Finance, People Systems, IT and external partners to deliver solutions.
• Provide training and guidance to Finance users.

Skills

Finance systems

Project management

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Professional qualification

Tools

Workday Financials

Workday Adaptive Planning

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Salary for this Role: From £49,370 with benefits, subject to skills and experience.

Job Title: Finance Systems Analyst

Closing Date: 04/Sept/2026 23.59 GMT

Job Description: Finance Systems Analyst

12-18 Month FTC

Reporting to: Matt Williams, Finance Systems Lead

Contract term: This is a 12-18-month fixed term contract position on Crick terms and conditions of employment.

Working Pattern: Monday-Friday; 9.00am-5.15pm – Hybrid 3 days per week in the office

Salary for this Role: From £49,370 with benefits, subject to skills and experience

About us

The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions. The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Finance Systems Analyst to help develop, support and continuously improve the systems that underpin Finance at the Crick. Reporting to the Finance Systems Lead, you will work with the Finance Functional Leads and collaborate closely with People Systems, IT and ERP teams. Workday Financials will be at the heart of the role, alongside systems including Adaptive Planning, Worktribe, Power BI and Excel. Whilst you might not have experience with Workday, you must have experience with an equivalent finance system. You will take ownership of day-to-day systems issues, troubleshoot complex problems and deliver system enhancements and projects that improve how our teams work. You will also help shape the longer-term development of our finance systems roadmap. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines a strong finance background with systems expertise, project management experience and a passion for making processes work better.

What you will be doing

• Leading and supporting finance systems projects, enhancements and implementations.
• Managing system configuration, business processes, reporting, security and standing data.
• Supporting the day-to-day administration and continuous improvement of Workday Financials.
• Troubleshooting and resolving system, integration and user issues.
• Supporting testing for upgrades, integrations and systems changes.
• Working with Finance teams to improve processes, documentation and user guidance.
• Providing training and support to Finance colleagues and the wider Crick community.
• Collaborating across Finance, People Systems, IT and external system partners to deliver effective solutions.

About you

• A strong finance background, gained through professional qualification, part-qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Current experience administering an ERP/accounting system, such as Workday Financials..
• Strong experience managing projects within a finance systems or technology environment. Experience configuring and supporting business processes, reporting, security and system governance.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose complex systems issues.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical audiences. A collaborative, customer-focused approach with the confidence to work independently and take ownership of priorities.
• Desirable: Recognised Workday Financials qualifications. Experience with Workday Adaptive Planning or other financial planning and reporting technologies.

About Working at the Crick

Our values Everyone who works at the Crick has a valuable role to play in advancing the Crick’s mission and shaping our culture! We are bold. We make space for creative, dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches. We’re not afraid to do things differently. We are open. We’re highly collaborative and interactive, and make sure our activities are visible to the outside world. We are collegial. We show respect for one another, work cooperatively and support the wider community. At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences. We are a Disability Confident: Committed employer and want to ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. Find out more about life at the Crick.

What will you receive?

• Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
• Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
• Health & Well-being: 24/7 GP consultation services. Occupational health services and mental health support programs. Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.
• Work-Life Balance: Back-up care for dependents. Childcare support allowance. Annual leave purchase options. Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.
• Perks: Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts. Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.

Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received.

The Francis Crick Institute is a biomedical discovery institute researching the biology underlying human health. At the Crick, scientists and staff collaborate to stretch the very limits of what we know about how life works. Our work is helping to understand why disease develops and to translate discoveries into new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, stroke, infections and neurodegenerative diseases. The Francis Crick Institute is a charity, founded by the Medical Research Council, Cancer Research UK, Wellcome, UCL (University College London), Imperial College London and King’s College London.