Senior Finance Systems Manager, Trainline

• The role requires a deep understanding of financial processes, ERP systems, and digital transformation programs. The ideal candidate will have great initiative and be able to consider ‘the big picture’
• A minimum of 10 years' experience in finance systems management
• Extensive experience with ERP systems, financial software and automation tools
• Strong knowledge of finance systems architecture, integration and best practices
• Experience of integrations - building, improving and managing interfaces between business systems to best serve functional needs
• Developed a Finance Systems roadmap and strategy within a dynamic business environment
• Demonstrable track record in developing and motivating a high performing Finance Systems team
• Good understanding of accounting practices and financial reporting
• Highly IT literate
• Strong project management experience with the ability to handle multiple work streams and prioritise accordingly
• The ability to build strong working relationships both within and outside of the finance department, including the technology departments
• Excellent communication, inter-personal and influencing skills
• Self-motivated and wishing to make a difference, with a track record of achievements

Desirable

• This is a newly created opportunity for an Interim Senior Finance Systems Manager to join our dynamic finance team for 12 months. We are seeking an experienced and strategic individual to lead the development, implementation and ongoing management of the company’s finance systems covering both our UK and International businesses
• Leading a team of 3, the role will ensure that our finance systems are efficient, scalable, and integrated with the broader business needs, driving automation, data accuracy, regulatory compliance and financial reporting excellence. Brilliant prioritisation and being seen as a supportive manager will be absolutely key
• This position will play a pivotal role in determining and driving the strategy for system architecture and optimisation
• The role will collaborate with wider finance, technology, and other back office teams to enhance system capabilities, improve efficiency, and support business growth. It will also be focused on user support and training, critical to their business as we continue to grow
• The role will provide systems support to our ongoing Finance Transformation project. In our fast-paced business, we are constantly developing and improving our systems and processes and this role will play a critical part in this
• Team Management: Management, development and mentoring of team of 3 – including oversight, review and ultimate responsibility for the output of the team
• Finance Systems Strategy: Develop and implement a finance systems strategy (centred around our Microsoft Dynamics ERP) that aligns with the company’s objectives and growth trajectory, and supports financial reporting, compliance, and efficiency
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Build relationships and develop a strategy for shared resources between back office teams and technology, leveraging systems in the most effective way
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure finance systems maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and data security policies
• Finance Transformation Support: Provide systems support to the ongoing Finance Transformation project:
• Project Management: Lead finance systems related projects, ensuring timely delivery, aligned with business requirements
• Process Automation & Integration: Drive automation of key finance processes, ensuring seamless integration between ERP, procurement, Anaplan, expenses and other financial tools
• AI: Leverage AI-driven technologies to enhance financial processes, predictive analytics, and decision-making
• User Training & Support: Develop training programmes to upskill finance and business teams in system use, driving adoption and proficiency