Head of Finance Systems
About the Company and Role
Our client, a premier insurance and banking institution, is in search of a Finance Systems Manager to join their dynamic team. This organization is committed to integrating advanced financial management solutions to streamline operations and elevate their service offerings. As a Finance Systems Manager, you will play a crucial role in optimizing the company’s financial processes, ensuring they are efficient, compliant, and aligned with strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
System Management and Optimization:
- Oversee the management, configuration, and optimization of finance systems, including modules for General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Management, and Financial Reporting.
- Ensure system configurations meet business needs, compliance standards, and industry best practices.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation within finance systems.
Solution Design and Implementation:
- Lead the design and implementation of financial management solutions, ensuring alignment with business requirements.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across finance, IT, and business units to analyze processes and translate them into effective system solutions.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation, including system architecture, integration, and data flow diagrams.
Project Leadership and Management:
- Manage finance systems implementation projects, overseeing planning, execution, and post-implementation support.
- Provide leadership and technical guidance to project teams, ensuring successful project delivery.
- Effectively manage project timelines, deliverables, and resources.
Technical Integration and Support:
- Design and manage integrations between finance systems and other business applications, ensuring seamless data flow and accuracy.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for finance system modules.
- Stay up-to-date with system updates and enhancements, assessing their impact on current configurations and processes.
Training and Documentation:
- Develop and deliver training programs for end-users and stakeholders on finance systems.
- Create and maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and integrations.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Extensive experience with finance systems management, including hands-on configuration and implementation.
- Strong background in finance with a solid understanding of financial principles and practices.
- Proven experience in leading finance systems implementation projects, preferably within a financial or banking environment.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
Why Apply?
This position offers a unique opportunity to utilize your financial and technical expertise within a respected insurance and banking institution. As a Finance Systems Manager, you will be instrumental in transforming financial processes through innovative solutions, contributing directly to the company’s strategic success. The role offers a collaborative and dynamic environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a significant impact on the organization’s financial operations. If you are a driven and experienced Finance Systems Manager, this role is a perfect opportunity to advance your career.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should contact David Tydesten at david.tydesten@systemsaccountants.com.
About Us
SystemsAccountants is a leading global recruitment company specializing in Financial Systems, Analytics, and Transformation. We provide permanent and contractor recruitment solutions to help clients implement, support, develop, and optimize ERP and Analytics systems. Our consultants have an international reach, ensuring that both clients and candidates receive expert market insight and tailored services.
