Finance Systems Project Manager - Systems Implementation

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Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector is seeking an experienced Finance Systems Project Manager to lead the implementation of a key finance systems project. This temporary role offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled project manager to join a high-performing team and drive critical systems improvements, delivering impactful results within set timelines and budget constraints.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering finance system projects end-to-end.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and acceptance criteria.
• Lead and motivate the finance project team to meet delivery goals.
• Manage project resources efficiently, ensuring delivery within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Technical project management

Education

Member of the Association of Project Management (APM)

Membership of a professional accountancy body (e.g. ACCA, ICA, CIMA)

Job description

Job Description

Finance Systems Project Manager - Systems Implementation£500 - £600 Per Day, Outside IR35Hybrid - 2 to 3 days in Central London office, remainder WFHTemporary: June 2025 - January 2026 (4 to 5 days/week depending on workload)

We are currently seeking an experienced Finance Systems Project Manager to lead the implementation of a key finance systems project within a organisation. This role reports directly to the Assistant Director of Finance (Project Sponsor) and offers a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing team delivering critical systems improvements within a well-established organisation.

About the Role:As the Finance Systems Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the planning and execution of a complex finance system implementation. The ideal candidate will bring a track record of success in delivering finance systems projects, with strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and technical project management expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and acceptance criteria.
• Lead and motivate the finance project team to meet delivery goals.
• Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders on progress and challenges.
• Manage project resources efficiently, ensuring delivery within budget and timescales.
• Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Track and control project costs, timelines, and deliverables.
• Ensure all outputs meet required quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Liaise with system suppliers and internal teams, developing excellent customer relationships.
• Compile and submit regular project updates and reports.
• Design and manage user training and UAT.
• Oversee project closure and successful handover.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Member of the Association of Project Management (APM) or equivalent, with strong credentials.
• Proven experience delivering finance system projects end-to-end.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Membership of a professional accountancy body is desirable(e.g. ACCA, ICA, CIMA).