Senior Finance Systems Manager - London, NW14SA

London Business School; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in the UK is seeking a Senior Finance Systems Manager to oversee finance systems and lead projects to enhance financial operations. This role demands strong analytical and leadership skills, with a preference for candidates having an accounting qualification. You'll be responsible for team mentorship, system management, and ensuring the delivery of compliant and reliable finance solutions. The position offers a flexible hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension package with employer contribution

Free onsite gym

Professional development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing support

Paid emergency leave

Qualifications

• Experience in leading finance systems and operations.
• Proven ability to manage finance data and systems effectively.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance systems team and projects.
• Oversee upgrades and communications regarding finance systems.
• Ensure compliance and reliability of finance systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Customer service experience

Finance data management

Change management

Education

Accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Job description

Senior Finance Systems Manager - London, NW14SA

The Role

Lead the finance systems at London Business School and drive excellence in financial operations

London Business School require a Senior Finance Systems Manager to join us on a permanent basis.

You will lead the delivery and support of the School’s finance systems, including the adoption of new platforms like TechnologyOne. This role involves managing system upgrades, promoting best practices, and ensuring systems align with strategic goals.

Main Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for finance system matters.
• Provide leadership to the finance systems team, fostering continuous learning and growth.
• Mentor team members and guide them in complex problem-solving.
• Lead finance systems projects from conception to completion.
• Administer and maintain finance systems ensuring reliability and compliance.
• Communicate system changes effectively and manage upgrades.

Who we are looking for

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

Why London Business School

London Business School; a global and vibrant business community basedin two of the world’s most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. It’swhere extraordinary minds and diverse perspectives connect, to have aprofound impact on the way the world does business and the waybusiness impacts the world. We offer best in class hybrid learning toour students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, su...

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 (in return for employee enrolment and 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.

All enjoyed in a Smart (hybrid) Working environment so we’re looking forward to discussing how, where and when you might work best to deliver in your new role.

Our commitment to driving inclusion and belonging

We are a globally reaching institution, committed tocreating tangible and sustainable change in drivinginclusion & belonging within our School, education andsociety at large.We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone in our community feels they belong and thrive.This is a key school priority, and we want everyone who joins LBS to feel respected, welcomed, and heard. Candidates needing sponsorship should assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by evaluating their circumstances against the relevant criteria before applying Pleasenote we start screening CVs and interviewing candidates from the start of a campaign. A successful candidate could progress to offer before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in any roles.