Job Title: Strategic Finance Systems Manager
About the Position:
We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our finance technology systems. This senior role is critical in ensuring accurate financial reporting, data integrity, and system integration across multiple financial applications.
The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with deep financial knowledge to deliver robust solutions that support compliance, audit readiness, and institutional objectives.
* Oversee the design, configuration, and operation of financial systems to support timely and compliant financial reporting.
* Ensure financial technology systems meet taxation requirements (e.g. VAT, RCT), embedding appropriate controls and processes to meet regulatory obligations.
* Manage financial system reconciliations, audit trails, and controls to ensure data integrity and compliance with statutory and internal audit standards.
* Liaise with internal and external auditors to address audit findings and implement improvements promptly.
* Collaborate with tax and finance specialists to align financial workflows and system configurations with accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
* Provide expert guidance to senior finance stakeholders on system capabilities, automation opportunities, and financial process enhancements.
* Partner with the Continuous Improvement team to enhance reporting functionality, standardize processes, and introduce automation to improve efficiency and compliance.
* Lead and mentor the Finance Technology team, ensuring delivery of high-quality services and supporting their professional development.
Requirements:
* Proven expertise in financial system administration and configuration
* Strong understanding of financial reporting, accounting standards, and audit requirements
* Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, able to translate financial requirements into system solutions
* Experience in testing, execution, and UAT
* Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing financial processes, controls, and reporting tools to ensure compliance and efficiency
* Project management experience delivering multiple system enhancements and process improvements
What We Offer:
* A challenging leadership role combining finance expertise and technology innovation to drive impactful change
* The opportunity to influence finance technology strategy and lead system transformation initiatives
* A collaborative and supportive environment working with senior finance, IT, and continuous improvement teams
* Flexible hybrid working arrangement
* Competitive compensation package