Finance Systems Senior Manager

Schoollondon Business School; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An international business school in Leicester is searching for a Senior Finance Systems Manager to lead the delivery and support of finance systems. The ideal candidate will manage finance systems projects, possess an accounting qualification, and provide leadership to a finance technology team. This permanent role offers generous benefits including 27 days of annual leave, a substantial pension package, and a hybrid working environment, emphasizing professional development and employee well-being.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension package with 14.5% employer contribution

Free onsite gym

Professional development opportunities

Enhanced cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing support program

Paid emergency leave

Qualifications

• Experience leading finance systems projects from conception to completion.
• Ability to foster continuous learning among team members.
• Experience managing finance systems ensuring reliability and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for finance system matters.
• Provide leadership to the finance systems team.
• Administer and maintain finance systems.

Skills

Finance operations understanding

Finance data management

Change management

Consultation on business initiatives

Education

Accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Job description

Senior Finance Systems Manager – London, NW14SA

Lead the finance systems at London Business School and drive excellence in financial operations. This permanent role requires you to lead the delivery and support of the School’s finance systems, including the adoption of new platforms such as TechnologyOne.

Main Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for finance system matters.
• Provide leadership to the finance systems team, fostering continuous learning and growth.
• Lead finance systems projects from conception to completion.
• Administer and maintain finance systems ensuring reliability and compliance.

Who we are looking for

• Understanding of finance operations and systems with experience in finance data management.
• Accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) preferred.
• Familiarity with software packages like Microsoft Office and Salesforce.
• Ability to manage change and consult on business initiatives.

What you can expect from us

• Generous annual leave of 27 days, plus extra between Christmas and New Year.
• Generous pension package, 14.5% employer contribution.
• Free onsite gym and swimming pool.
• Amazing range of professional development to support your career path.
• Enhanced cycle to work scheme.
• Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health.
• Up to 5 days paid emergency leave for staff who have caring responsibilities for a family member, dependent or friend who is ill.
• Smart (hybrid) working environment.

Why London Business School

London Business School is a global and vibrant business community based in two of the world’s most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. We offer best‑in‑class hybrid learning to our students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, supportive workplace where everyone feels respected, welcomed and heard.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in any roles.