Temp Finance Business Analyst

Michael Page (UK); Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is seeking a temporary Finance Business Analyst to engage in the implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 within a public sector organization. The role involves analyzing business processes, documenting requirements, and facilitating stakeholder communication. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Finance/Accounting and experience with process mapping using Visio. This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while enjoying flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Negotiable salary

Work-from-home flexibility

Valuable experience

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent experience.
• Experience documenting process maps using Visio.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Experience translating complex requirements into functional specifications.
• Workshop facilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement process design principles and frameworks.
• Engage with SMEs to understand AS IS processes.
• Elicit and clarify business requirements for reporting and data needs.
• Identify constraints and define interim processes.
• Facilitate walkthroughs and playback sessions with stakeholders.
• Work with Internal Audit to map risks and controls.
• Support workshops to align business process integration requirements.
• Manage communication activities and stakeholder updates.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Process documentation using Visio

Education

Degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Visio

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Immediate Details

• Immediate start
• Initial 8 week interim role

About Our Client

Our client is a well‑established Public Sector organisation who are currently implementing Microsoft Dynamics 365 into the organisation.

Job Description

The Finance Business Analyst is joining the organisation at a critical time of the new Finance System installation.

• Analysing business processes
• Eliciting and documenting detailed requirements
• Design 'To Be' process maps to identify improvements and solutions that support system implementations, including Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations and other integrations
• Act as a critical bridge between business stakeholders, transformation leadership, global process owners, and technical partners, ensuring solutions are designed and configured effectively to meet strategic and operational objectives

Main accountabilities

• Define and implement process design principles and frameworks
• Engage with SMEs to understand AS IS processes and design TO BE processes using Visio
• Elicit and clarify business requirements for reporting and data needs
• Identify constraints and define interim processes for continuity
• Facilitate walkthroughs and playback sessions with stakeholdersCollaborate with implementation partners and analysts to manage dependencies
• Work with Internal Audit to map risks and controls
• Support workshops to align business process integration requirements
• Manage communication activities and stakeholder updates

The Successful Applicant

A successful Temp Finance Business Analyst should have:

Essential

• Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent experience
• Experience documenting process maps using Visio
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Analytical and problem‑solving ability
• Experience translating complex requirements into functional specifications
• Workshop facilitation experience

Desirable

• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW)
• Familiarity with ERP systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations
• Knowledge of finance and project accounting modules
• Public sector accounting knowledge
• Welsh language skills

What's on Offer

• Salary negotiable through either PAYE or Umbrella company depending on experience
• Flexibility with work‑from‑home options
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in the public sector
• Temporary position offering valuable experience in a supportive environment