Robert Walters
I am working with a Leicester-based business undergoing a significant finance systems transformation. With major projects underway, including a cloud migration, General Ledger replatforming, and enhancements to FP&A reporting and planning capabilities, they are seeking an experienced Finance Systems Consultant for an initial 6-month contract. This is an opportunity to support key transformation initiatives, improve reporting, and drive greater efficiency across the finance function.
This is a hybrid opportunity requiring 3 days per week on-site in Leicester, working closely with finance and technology stakeholders to drive systems improvements, support key transformation projects, and enhance reporting and operational efficiency across the finance function.
Working closely with the Finance Systems Lead, you'll play a key role in maintaining momentum across a range of strategic initiatives while helping improve day-to-day finance operations through smarter systems, automation, and reporting enhancements.
What You'll Be Doing
- Supporting critical finance transformation and change initiatives across the FP&A function.
- Driving improvements to reporting, data processes, and finance systems capabilities.
- Assisting with the ongoing migration of key finance platforms to the cloud, including supporting the replatforming of the General Ledger
- Identifying and implementing BAU efficiency improvements and process automation opportunities.
- Working closely with finance, FP&A, and technology stakeholders to deliver system enhancements and change projects.
- Helping ensure successful adoption of new processes and systems across the finance function.
What We're Looking For
- Strong finance systems and change background with experience working within or alongside finance teams.
- Proven track record of delivering finance change and transformation projects.
- Experience implementing, upgrading, rolling out, or enhancing finance systems.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, planning, and data management processes.
- Experience with IBM TM1 / Planning Analytics would be highly advantageous.
- Exposure to Workday Finance is highly desirable.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and quickly add value.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
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