Finance System Implementation Specialist

Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Interim Finance System Implementation Specialist to assist in the implementation of our new finance system, iFINANCE. This role is crucial during the implementation phase and will involve various tasks to ensure a smooth transition and successful deployment of the system. The successful candidate will work closely with the external supplier, Finance and IT teams Key Responsibilities

• Data Extraction: Extract relevant financial data from existing systems to prepare for migration to iFINANCE.
• Data Cleanup: Clean and validate existing data to ensure accuracy and consistency before uploading to the new system.
• Management Accounting Reports: Develop and write management accounting reports to support financial decision-making and reporting requirements.
• Budget Uploads: Assist in uploading and configuring budgets within the iFINANCE system.
• User Setup: Set up and configure user accounts, roles, and permissions to ensure secure and efficient access to the new system
Key Skills:
• Proven experience in finance system implementation or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of data extraction, data cleaning, and data migration processes.
• Experience of Testing and Quality Assurance, testing plans for new system, document and track issues ensuring they are resolved in a timely manner
• Ability to assist in user acceptance testing (UAT) and gather feedback from end-users
• Proficiency in writing management accounting reports.
• Experience with budget uploads and user setup in finance systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and organisational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with iFINANCE or similar finance systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
Desirable:
• Experience with Sage 50
Benefits:
• Flexible working hours
Note: The above statement of Responsibilities is agreed to be an accurate Job Description and should be seen as enabling rather than restrictive and will be subject to regular review. The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process; early applications are encouraged


• Proven experience in finance system implementation or similar roles.
• Strong knowledge of data extraction, data cleaning, and data migration processes.
• Experience of Testing and Quality Assurance, testing plans for new system, document and track issues ensuring they are resolved in a timely manner
• Ability to assist in user acceptance testing (UAT) and gather feedback from end-users
• Proficiency in writing management accounting reports.
• Experience with budget uploads and user setup in finance systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and organisational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with iFINANCE or similar finance systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
Desirable:
• Experience with Sage 50
  
  Flexible working hours
Note: The above statement of Responsibilities is agreed to be an accurate Job Description and should be seen as enabling rather than restrictive and will be subject to regular review. The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process; early applications are encouraged