Finance Systems & Change Manager

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Finance Systems & Change Manager to join the organisation on a fixed-term basis to support and deliver a programme of finance systems improvement, process optimisation and business change.

The successful candidate will bring a strong combination of finance knowledge, IT/system experience and change management capability. They will act as a bridge between Finance, IT and the wider business, ensuring that systems and processes are fit for purpose, improvements are effectively delivered, and changes are embedded successfully across the organisation.

This is a hands-on role suited to an individual who can understand both the financial and technical requirements of a business, translate those requirements into practical system and process improvements, and manage stakeholders through change.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Systems & Process Improvement

·Review existing finance systems, processes and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement, automation and efficiency.

·Work closely with Finance and IT teams to identify system requirements and translate business needs into practical solutions.

·Lead or support the implementation and enhancement of finance systems, including upgrades, integrations, configuration and process changes.

·Identify opportunities to reduce manual processing, improve data quality and strengthen financial controls.

·Review and document finance processes, identifying gaps, inefficiencies, duplication and areas of risk.

·Support the development of improved reporting, management information and financial data processes.

·Ensure finance systems and processes support the organisation's current and future business requirements.

·Assist with system testing, user acceptance testing and implementation activities.

Change Management

·Lead the people and process aspects of finance and systems change initiatives.

·Develop and implement change plans, ensuring that stakeholders understand the rationale, impact and benefits of proposed changes.

·Work with Finance, IT and business stakeholders to assess the impact of system and process changes.

·Develop training, guidance and communication materials to support successful implementation.

·Coordinate user engagement, training and adoption activities.

·Monitor implementation and adoption, addressing issues and resistance where required.

·Ensure changes are embedded into business-as-usual processes.

Key Deliverables

During the fixed-term contract, the successful candidate will be expected to deliver tangible improvements, which may include:

·A review of current finance systems and processes.

·Identification and prioritisation of system and process improvement opportunities.

·Delivery of agreed system enhancements and improvements.

·Improved automation and reduction of manual processes.

·Improved data quality and integrity.

·Clear and documented finance processes and procedures.

·Improved management reporting and/or system functionality.

·Successful implementation and adoption of agreed changes.

·Effective training and knowledge transfer to permanent employees.

·Clear documentation of systems, processes, changes and outstanding actions.

·Recommendations for the organisation's longer-term finance systems roadmap.

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Significant experience working within Finance, Finance Systems, IT, Business Transformation or a similar environment.
• Strong understanding of finance processes and systems.
• Proven experience delivering systems improvement, process improvement or transformation projects.
• Experience working across both Finance and IT business functions.
• Demonstrable experience of implementing or improving business/finance systems.
• Experience managing change and supporting users through new systems, processes or ways of working.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience of requirements gathering process mapping, testing and implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to deadlines.

Desirable

• Experience with [ERP / Finance System – e.g. SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, Sage]. Sage 200 experience is desirable.
• Experience with finance system integrations and data migration.
• Experience with reporting and business intelligence tools.
• Experience in automation and digital transformation.
• Formal project or change management qualification.
• Finance qualification or relevant professional accounting experience.

If successful, additional benefits for you could include:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 4 weeks' paid holiday, plus statutory holidays, which increase with service. (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• EAP Provided by BUPA
• Pension contributions
• Staff discount

If you think this role is right for you, please apply, we would love to have you as part of the Cohens Family. We are passionate about equal opportunities and welcome a broad diversity of talent to apply.