Senior Finance Systems Manager - London, NW14SA

London Business School; Stafford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution in London is seeking a Senior Finance Systems Manager to lead the delivery and support of finance systems. The role involves managing system upgrades, promoting best practices, and ensuring systems align with strategic goals. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and an accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), along with experience in finance data management. This position offers a permanent contract and the chance to influence financial operations significantly.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance data management and operational excellence.
• Ability to lead finance systems projects and manage system changes.
• Proven track record in mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and support of finance systems.
• Serve as the primary contact for finance system matters.
• Administer and maintain finance systems ensuring reliability and compliance.

Skills

Understanding of finance operations and systems

Strong analytical skills

Customer service experience

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 requires 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...