Senior Finance System Partner (24-Month FTC)

Northern Powergrid Limited; Shiremoor; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

25 days holiday

Development opportunities

Job summary

Northern Powergrid Limited is seeking a Finance Systems Manager to lead the Oracle Fusion ERP implementation and ongoing finance systems operation. You will collaborate with Finance, IT and external partners to translate business needs into effective system solutions and support delivery through to BAU.

You will manage a team of Finance Systems Partners, drive continuous improvement across finance systems and reporting, and help shape the long-term finance systems strategy within a complex

Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle Fusion ERP.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations/upgrades/finance transformations.
• Strong governance, controls and data integrity knowledge.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities.
• Experience leading teams and developing capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead aspects of the Oracle Fusion ERP implementation, including requirements gathering, testing and go-live readiness.
• Manage and develop a team of Finance Systems Partners.
• Support ongoing operation, maintenance and optimisation of Oracle Fusion.
• Act as the link between Finance, IT and external partners.
• Drive process improvement and automation across finance systems and reporting activities.
• Support month-end, year-end and critical finance processes.
• Manage system issues, troubleshooting and coordinating resolutions.
• Develop reporting solutions and improve management information capabilities.
• Maintain governance, controls, system documentation and data integrity.
• Support upgrades, enhancements and future finance technology developments.
• Help shape the long-term finance systems strategy.

Skills

Oracle Fusion ERP

Finance systems leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Excel data analysis

Tools

OTBI

BI Publisher

Smart View

Oracle reporting tools

Job description

Help shape the future of finance systems at Northern Powergrid.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the implementation, optimisation and ongoing operation of Northern Powergrid's Oracle Fusion ERP platform. Working closely with Finance, IT and business stakeholders, you'll help ensure our finance systems support efficient processes, high-quality reporting and strong financial controls.

You'll be responsible for leading a team of Finance Systems Partners whilst driving continuous improvement across finance systems, processes and reporting. You'll also play a key role in the Oracle Fusion implementation programme, helping translate business requirements into effective system solutions and supporting successful delivery through to BAU operation.

You'll be responsible for:

• Leading aspects of the Oracle Fusion ERP implementation, including requirements gathering, testing and go-live readiness.
• Managing and developing a team of Finance Systems Partners.
• Supporting the ongoing operation, maintenance and optimisation of Oracle Fusion.
• Acting as the link between Finance, IT and external partners.
• Driving process improvement and automation across finance systems and reporting activities.
• Supporting month-end, year-end and critical finance processes.
• Managing system issues, troubleshooting and coordinating resolutions.
• Developing reporting solutions and improving management information capabilities.
• Maintaining governance, controls, system documentation and data integrity.
• Supporting upgrades, enhancements and future finance technology developments.
• Helping shape the long-term finance systems strategy.

About You

We're interested in hearing from people who have experience managing finance systems, delivering business change and leading teams within complex organisations.

You may currently be working as a:

• Finance Systems Manager
• ERP Manager
• Finance Transformation Manager
• Finance Systems Lead
• Oracle Fusion Consultant
• Business Systems Manager
• Finance Technology Manager

You'll Ideally Have

• Experience working with Oracle Fusion ERP.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations, upgrades or finance transformation programmes.
• Knowledge of finance processes including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Cash Management or Projects.
• Experience managing finance systems within a business-as-usual environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into system solutions.
• Experience leading teams and developing capability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with finance reporting tools and dashboards.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in both project and operational environments.
• Experience of Oracle E-Business Suite.
• Knowledge of OTBI, BI Publisher, Smart View or other Oracle reporting tools.
• Experience of finance process improvement and automation.
• Experience working within regulated or complex operational environments.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities.

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity to help shape the future of Finance at Northern Powergrid while playing a key role in one of the organisation's largest transformation programmes.

You'll be joining a team at the centre of delivering new technology, improving processes and ensuring our finance systems continue to support the business effectively for years to come.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000
• 15% Performance Bonus
• 25 days holiday
• Ongoing development and career progression opportunities