Senior Finance Systems Analyst

Michael Page; Essex; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a finance systems specialist to lead the NetSuite optimisation agenda across the finance function. You will review core processes, reduce manual workarounds and drive system-driven workflows in a multi-entity context.

You will partner with finance and operations teams to redesign workflows, implement automation and AI tools, and enhance reporting and data visibility to enable better decision-making. Immediate or short notice availability is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with NetSuite inside finance systems, ERP optimisation or finance transformation.
• Qualified CA or CPA with ability to blend accounting knowledge with process improvement.
• Track record in delivering automation that adds measurable business value.

Responsibilities

• Lead optimisation of NetSuite to drive efficiency and business value in the finance function.
• Review and improve core finance processes across AR, AP, and Financial Accounting.
• Assess NetSuite across entities to identify alignment, standardisation and improvements.
• Partner with finance and operations to redesign workflows and embed efficient, system-driven ways of working.
• Act as internal NetSuite SME, driving enhancements, best-practice usage and user adoption.
• Identify, evaluate and implement workflow automation and AI tools to cut repetitive tasks.
• Enhance reporting, dashboards and data visibility to support informed decisions.
• Own and drive the finance systems optimisation roadmap with continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

NetSuite

Finance systems

ERP optimisation

Automation initiatives

Stakeholder management

Education

CA or CPA qualified

Tools

NetSuite

AI tools

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is an iconic, growing retail organisation.

Job Description

• Lead the optimisation of the NetSuite environment, ensuring the platform delivers greater efficiency, automation, and business value across the finance function.
• Review and improve core finance processes across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Financial Accounting, reducing manual effort and system workarounds.
• Assess NetSuite's functionality across multiple entities and identify opportunities for alignment, standardisation, and process improvement across both entities.
• Partner with finance and operational stakeholders to redesign workflows and embed more efficient, system-driven ways of working.
• Act as the internal NetSuite subject matter expert, driving ongoing enhancements, best practice utilisation, and user adoption.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement workflow automation, AI tools, and emerging technologies to improve productivity and reduce repetitive tasks.
• Enhance reporting capabilities, dashboards, and data visibility to support more informed decision-making across the business.
• Own and drive the finance systems optimisation roadmap, proactively delivering continuous improvement initiatives and measurable efficiency gains.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience working with NetSuite in a finance systems, ERP optimisation, or finance transformation role, with a strong understanding of core finance processes.
• CA or CPA qualified, with the ability to combine commercial accounting knowledge with systems and process improvement expertise.
• Demonstrated success identifying inefficiencies, streamlining workflows, and delivering automation initiatives that create measurable business value.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively across finance and operational teams.
• Proactive and hands-on, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives from concept through to delivery.
• A naturally curious mindset with an interest in leveraging emerging technologies, automation, and AI to improve efficiency, scalability, and business performance.
• Immediate or short notice availability is a bonus