Finance Systems Manager

Practice Plus Group Holdings Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare firm is seeking a Finance Systems Manager in Reading, UK. This role involves managing core finance systems such as Unit4 ERP and Microsoft Power BI. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of these systems, project management experience, and the ability to work collaboratively across various teams. Effective communication with stakeholders and a strong understanding of compliance and controls are essential. This position offers an opportunity to shape and enhance finance operations within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance-related role, especially with Cloud/SaaS ERP systems.
• Experience with CPM and reporting tools is preferred.
• Knowledge of data regulations including GDPR is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the company's core finance systems.
• Act as a technology advocate between departments and partners.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and drive system development.

Skills

Unit 4 ERP

Microsoft SQL

Vena

Microsoft Power BI

REST APIs

Microsoft Power Platform

Project management

Advanced Excel

Internal controls design

Tools

Cloud/SaaS ERP

CPM tools

Job description

Are you an experienced Finance Professional with extensive knowledge of Unit 4 ERP looking for your next role? Then we want to hear from you. You will be a valued and skilled member of our friendly, welcoming and professional team. In this role, you will be responsible for management and development of the Companys core finance systems. This new role fits into the strategy of building a UK Finance Systems function for a recently carved-out healthcare division acquired by an Indian listed business. Reporting to the CFO, the Finance Systems Manager is responsible for management and development of the Companys core finance systems; specifically, Unit4 ERP, along with the systems and technology which support it including Vena and Microsoft Power BI. This role will act a technology advocate and provide a bridge between the Finance, IT, HRIS and Business Systems teams internally, as well as external technology partners. The Finance Systems Manager will work with stakeholders to derive the maximum benefit from existing systems, defining and documenting key processes and controls, as well as advising on new technology that may be introduced to bring additional value to the business or reflect changing needs. Responsibilities include managing internal and external technology partners, managing and maintaining a strong control environment and review compliance of key controls as well as driving the agenda for system development opportunities. This role will be familiar with and contribute to the broader business development and expansion of the Group and respond to new and changing requirements as the working environment develops.

• Extensive knowledge of Unit 4 ERP and Microsoft SQL.
• Experience of Vena, Microsoft Power BI, REST APIs, and Microsoft Power Platform (or similar) would be an advantage.
• Proven experience in a similar role, especially in the use and implementation of Cloud/SaaS ERP and CPM systems.
• Project management and planning.
• Experience of CPM and reporting tools.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly advanced Excel.
• Experience in designing and implementing internal controls.
• Accounting and reporting in a large complex environment, with previous experience in a finance setting an advantage.
• Up to date knowledge of data regulations and other relevant legislation and good practice, including GDPR.