Finance Systems Lead

Tandem Talent; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural studio in Greater London seeks a Finance Systems Lead to oversee financial systems and drive ERP transformation. The ideal candidate will hold a UK professional accountancy qualification, have experience in leading ERP implementations, and possess strong skills in financial systems optimisation and reporting. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders, ensuring data integrity, and delivering training to users. Join a diverse community focused on innovation and shaping the future of finance at an internationally renowned studio.

Qualifications

• Recognised UK professional accountancy qualification.
• Proven experience leading ERP implementations, preferably Dynamics 365.
• Strong background in financial systems administration and optimisation.
• Experience working with IFRS/GAAP and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all finance systems including ERP and accounting software.
• Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and automation.
• Deliver accurate, timely reporting aligned with IFRS and GAAP.
• Strengthen security protocols and support audits.
• Create and deliver user training and documentation.

Skills

Financial systems leadership

Automation and process improvement

Training and support

ERP implementation experience

Data security compliance

Reporting and insights

Education

Recognised UK professional accountancy qualification

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Join Our Team as a Finance Systems Lead at Foster + Partners

Foster + Partners is one of the world's most innovative and respected studios for sustainable architecture, urbanism, engineering, and design. Founded by Norman Foster in 1967, we've grown into a global community of over 1,800 people across multiple international offices. As we continue to expand, we're implementing a new ERP platform to support the next chapter of our growth — and we're looking for a skilled Finance Systems Lead to help shape that future.

About the role

As our Finance Systems Lead, you will own and optimise F+P's financial systems — from day-to-day administration to major transformation initiatives. Working closely with both Finance and IT, you'll ensure our data is accurate and secure, drive process improvements, and play a central role in the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365.

You’ll collaborate with senior stakeholders, influence system strategy, and lead key elements of our ERP transformation programme.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Financial Systems Leadership
  • Oversee all finance systems, including ERP, accounting software and related tools.
  • Maintain data integrity, support internal controls, and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Lead UAT processes, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues proactively.
  • Partner with IT on upgrades, maintenance, and technical enhancements.
• Process & Automation
  • Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and automation.
  • Establish best practices for system use and data management.
• Reporting & Insights
  • Deliver accurate, timely reporting aligned with IFRS and GAAP.
  • Build dashboards and reporting suites for senior management and project teams.
  • Support the preparation of financial statements and disclosures.
• Data Security & Compliance
  • Work with IT to strengthen security protocols and support audits.
• Training & Support
  • Create and deliver user training and documentation.
  • Provide hands‑on support to finance system users.
• ERP Implementation (Microsoft Dynamics 365)
  • Act as a core member of the implementation team.
  • Analyse legacy systems (Cygnum, Access Dimensions) and define new requirements.
  • Lead data migration, testing, reporting configuration, and user adoption.

What We're Looking For:

• Recognised UK professional accountancy qualification.
• Proven experience leading ERP implementations (Dynamics 365 highly desirable).
• Strong background in financial systems administration and optimisation.
• Demonstrated success in automation, process improvement, and reporting.
• Experience working with IFRS/GAAP and compliance frameworks.
• Confident in training, change management, and cross‑functional collaboration.

You’ll join a diverse, collaborative, and forward‑thinking community, where innovation, professional growth, and cross‑disciplinary teamwork are central. As part of a practice that embeds equity, diversity, and inclusion in all that we do, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping to shape the future of finance at an internationally renowned studio.