Specialist Support Finance IT Systems

We are recruiting for an experienced Finance Systems Specialist to join a successful, award winning financial services organisation based in Solihull.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining finance, technology and problem solving to improve business processes and drive operational efficiency.

Working closely with Finance, IT, Data Analytics and other departments, you will play a key role in developing and improving finance systems, enhancing reporting capabilities and identifying opportunities to automate processes.

The successful candidate will join a forward thinking organisation that values innovation, professional development and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and improving finance systems to ensure they operate efficiently and support business requirements.
• Monitoring and maintaining financial system interfaces, identifying and resolving issues to ensure accurate data flow.
• Developing new system integrations and enhancing existing processes to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Working closely with Finance, IT and Data Analytics teams to understand business requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Supporting the production of accurate financial, management and regulatory reporting.
• Reviewing existing financial processes and identifying opportunities for automation and improvement.
• Maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring data accuracy and integrity across systems.
• Analysing financial and operational information to identify issues and recommend practical solutions.
• Supporting system upgrades, enhancements and change projects, ensuring successful implementation.
• Promoting best practices in finance systems management, risk reduction and process improvement.

• Has previous experience working with finance systems, financial controls and data management.
• Has a good understanding of accounting principles and financial transactions.
• Is confident analysing complex information and identifying effective solutions.
• Has experience working with different departments to deliver system improvements or business change projects.
• Possesses excellent communication skills and can explain technical information clearly to colleagues and stakeholders.
• Is organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple projects and priorities.
• Enjoys identifying opportunities to improve processes through technology and automation.
• Has strong problem solving skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ideally has an accounting qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Has knowledge of CODA (Unit4 Financials) or other accounting ERP systems, although this is not essential.
• Ideally has experience within financial services and some knowledge of SQL.

• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
• Generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days and increasing to 30 days.
• Additional days off for your birthday, Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
• Option to buy or sell up to one week’s annual leave.
• Employer pension contributions of up to 10%.
• Profit-related pay scheme.
• Employee share save scheme.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Life assurance and personal accident cover.
• Employee discounts, wellbeing support and access to a digital GP service.
• One paid volunteering day per year.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance Systems Specialist looking to take the next step in their career within an established and growing organisation, offering an excellent salary, attractive benefits and a supportive working environment.