Interim Project Finance Lead

7 days ago

Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Bayman Atkinson Smythe Full time

Finance Systems Project Manager |12 Month FTC | Greater Manchester / Hybrid | Salary Flexible / Market Rate We’re recruiting an experienced Finance Systems Project Manager to lead a major, finance-led transformation programme. This is a high-impact role at the heart of a complex systems and process change, moving the organisation from multiple legacy structures to a single, unified finance operating model. Acting as the engine room of the programme, you’ll take ownership of planning, governance and delivery across all finance and accounting workstreams, working closely with the Operations Director – Finance and senior stakeholders across the business. The Role You will lead the end-to-end implementation of a new finance system, redesigning core accounting, reporting and operational processes to support the organisation’s future state. Key Responsibilities Project Leadership Own and deliver the full finance systems implementation lifecycle, from scoping and planning through to testing and go-live Develop and manage project plans, milestones, dependencies and risks Map current ("as is") and future ("to be") accounting processes and oversee structured migration Finance Transformation Redesign reporting frameworks, including the chart of accounts Work with management accounts, operational finance and treasury teams to align processes and reporting Ensure consistent accounting treatments and compliance across all areas Stakeholder Management & Delivery Lead regular project governance and progress meetings Coordinate input from internal teams and external system providers Identify issues early, resolve blockers and escalate risks where required Provide clear, concise updates to senior leadership Organisational Readiness Support operational teams across finance, income processes, interfaces and reporting Oversee the transition of legacy data and Excel‑based files into the new system architecture Skills & Experience Essential Fully qualified accountant or equivalent senior finance background Proven track record delivering major finance systems implementations (e.g. Oracle, Unit4, Dynamics, SUN, QL or similar) Strong project management capability with credibility and gravitas at senior level Advanced Excel skills and confidence working in data‑heavy environments Able to operate autonomously, shaping solutions and delivering high‑quality outputs Desirable Experience in complex, multi‑entity or multi‑system transformations Exposure to Power BI or an interest in moving organisations from Excel‑heavy reporting to BI‑led insight About You Structured, confident and delivery‑focused Comfortable working hands‑on while retaining strategic oversight A pragmatic communicator who can challenge constructively Able to bring clarity and momentum to large, cross‑functional programmes Interested? If you’re a qualified finance professional with a strong track record in finance systems implementation and transformation, and you enjoy taking ownership of complex, high‑profile programmes, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion to find out more about the role and the wider transformation agenda #J-18808-Ljbffr

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