Finance Systems Lead

La Fosse Associates; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company in London seeks an experienced Financial Systems Lead to drive the configuration and integration of finance technologies. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in systems engineering focused on financial systems, and strong skills in managing ERP projects like D365. The role requires being in the office 5 days a week, offering a competitive salary and a robust benefits package.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Healthcare

Pension

Qualifications

• 5+ years in systems engineering, with 3+ years in financial systems.
• Strong grasp of finance and accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP advantageous).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and security tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead configuration and validation of finance system enhancements.
• Manage end-to-end ERP projects (D365), translating finance processes.
• Act as a trusted advisor to finance teams on processes.

Skills

Systems engineering

Financial systems expertise

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

Microsoft D365

Business Central

Anaplan

Azure

AWS

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Financial Systems Lead to drive the configuration, optimisation, and integration of finance technologies for our client based in London on a permanent basis.

This role requires you to be able to work in the UK and youmustbe able to be in the officce 5 times a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead configuration, testing, and validation of finance system enhancements and new implementations.
• Support data migration and ensure the integrity and completeness of financial information.
• Collaborate with finance and audit teams to maintain secure and compliant data flows.
• Manage end-to-end ERP projects (D365), translating finance processes into system solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to finance teams, improving processes and controls through technology.
• Oversee integrations across HRIS, ERP, and workflow tools to streamline reporting and automation.
• Identify and resolve technical and operational issues during implementation and post–go-live phases.
• Uphold security standards and assist in aligning systems with compliance frameworks such as GDPR.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years in systems engineering, including at least 3 years focused on financial systems.
• Expertise with platforms such as Microsoft D365, Business Central, and Anaplan (or comparable tools).
• Strong grasp of finance and accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP advantageous).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and security tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills — able to work effectively with technical and finance teams.
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic, multi-site environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (healthcare, pension).