Senior Finance Systems Manager - London, NW14SA

London Business School; Wigan; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution is seeking a Senior Finance Systems Manager to enhance and lead finance systems operations. The role involves overseeing the deployment of new platforms, managing system upgrades, and ensuring compliance with best practices. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, relevant accounting qualifications, and experience in finance data management. This position offers opportunities for leadership and fostering team growth, all while aligning systems with strategic institutional goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance data management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage change effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance systems team and promote best practices.
• Manage and maintain finance systems ensuring reliability.
• Communicate system changes and manage upgrades.

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...