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Financial Systems Reporting Analyst
Salary: £55,000 p.a.
Contract: Six months fixed term
Department: Finance

We are supporting a not-for-profit organisation in the recruitment of a qualified and confident finance professional to join their finance team on a six-month fixed term contract. This role will provide critical analytical support to the Director of Finance on a project to enhance financial systems, streamline reporting, and strengthen planning analysis.

As part of a small, dedicated team of three staff supporting the Director of Finance, the successful candidate will play a key role in eliminating inefficient manual processes, strengthening reporting structures, and improving the quality of financial analysis that underpins decision-making.

The organisation’s finance system is SAGE 200 , and the project focuses on maximising integration opportunities and enhancing the reporting functionality offered by the SAGE package.

• Lead the implementation of SAGE purchase ordering and invoice recognition modules, invoice and journal approval workflows, and the integration of Ivvy CRM with SAGE, working with the organisation’s SAGE partner.

• Work with the Director of Finance and SAGE partner to develop in-house use of the SAGE Data Analytics module, strengthening monthly reporting outputs, reconciliation controls, and supporting annual budgeting and forward-planning.

• Support the development of reporting outputs from the CRM system to enable pricing, cost-benefit analysis, and scenario planning for a trading subsidiary.

Qualifications & Training

• Qualified CCAB accountant with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Advanced Excel modelling capabilities.

• Experience of SAGE 200 or similar financial systems.

• Proven track record in delivering process improvements and clear financial analysis.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated, solutions-oriented, and highly organised.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

• Collaborative team player with a strong service ethos.

• Manage and administer the company's financial accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday Financials), including user access, configuration, and system upgrades.
• Oversee the daily operations of financial systems, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and timely processing of transactions.
• Develop and implement system controls to safeguard financial data and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with IT teams and external vendors to troubleshoot system issues, implement enhancements, and manage system updates and patches.
• Support the month-end and year-end closing processes by ensuring the smooth functioning of financial systems.
• Design, develop, and maintain financial reports, dashboards, and analytics using system tools and BI software.
• Assist in the implementation of new financial systems or modules, from requirements gathering to testing and deployment.
• Provide training and support to finance department staff on the effective use of financial systems.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and accounting policies within the financial systems environment.
• Document system processes, procedures, and internal controls.

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or significant relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting roles with a strong focus on financial systems management and administration.
• Proven experience with major ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday Financials, or similar.
• In-depth understanding of accounting principles (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and financial reporting requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with financial data analysis, reporting tools, and business intelligence (BI) software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Project management skills related to system implementations or upgrades are a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant office software.

• Lead the elicitation, analysis, and documentation of complex business requirements, particularly for financial systems.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications, user stories, and process models.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder interviews with clients and internal teams.
• Oversee the validation and verification of system designs and implemented solutions.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to a team of business analysts.
• Manage the business analysis workstream within larger projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements.
• Ensure alignment between business objectives and IT solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of best practices in business analysis within the consultancy.

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience as a Business Analyst, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior role.
• Proven experience working with financial systems (e.g., ERP, accounting software, treasury systems).
• Strong understanding of financial principles and business processes.
• Expertise in requirements gathering techniques and documentation.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams effectively.
• Experience in the consulting industry is highly desirable.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend services and APIs using languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
• Build and optimize robust database solutions (SQL and NoSQL) for financial transactions and user data.
• Implement secure coding practices and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Collaborate with front-end developers and product managers to define and implement new features.
• Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge within the team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions, helping to shape the future of the platform.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated testing strategies.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest backend technologies and industry best practices.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Proven expertise in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go, C#).
• Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience in the FinTech industry or with financial systems is a significant advantage.
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and distributed systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with Agile methodologies.

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable full-stack web applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code for both front-end and back-end systems.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement intuitive and engaging user interfaces.
• Develop and integrate APIs for seamless data exchange between different system components.
• Work with databases, ensuring data integrity, performance, and security.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring code quality.
• Implement and maintain automated testing strategies (unit, integration, end-to-end).
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and production issues.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in full-stack development.
• Work within an Agile/Scrum development methodology.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices and compliance requirements.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in full-stack software development.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies such as React, Angular, or Vue.js, and associated libraries.
• Strong experience with back-end languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django/Flask, Java/Spring, C#/.NET).
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Understanding of RESTful API design principles and experience building them.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in the FinTech industry or with financial data processing is highly desirable.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs for our financial platform.
• Write high-quality, well-tested, and efficient code in languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in production environments.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technology decisions.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices in software development.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, C++).
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Deep understanding of distributed systems, databases (SQL and NoSQL), and caching mechanisms.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with financial trading systems or FinTech is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote work.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively.

• Lead the design and architecture of highly scalable, reliable, and secure backend systems and microservices.
• Mentor and guide a team of backend engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in (primary language, e.g., Python/Java/Go).
• Design and manage database schemas and queries for optimal performance and data integrity.
• Develop and maintain robust APIs for internal and external consumption.
• Implement and advocate for best practices in software development, including TDD, CI/CD, and automated testing.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality features.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks and technical debt.
• Ensure the security of the platform and sensitive financial data.
• Contribute to architectural decision-making and technology selection.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, proposing innovative solutions.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of experience in backend software development, with at least 2 years in a leadership or mentoring role.
• Expertise in (specify primary language, e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js) and associated frameworks.
• Proficiency in designing and working with relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis).
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles and microservices architecture.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation tools.
• Excellent understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor engineers.
• Exceptional problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in remote teams.