Job Description
Your new companyFinance Project Lead - Qualified Accountant (Hybrid Working)Location: Derbyshire Hybrid (with travel to key sites as required)Permanent - £70,000 to £80,000 + BenefitsYour new roleA leading not-for-profit organisation is seeking a highly experienced Finance Project Lead to drive the successful delivery of a major Financial Systems and Operational Billing Transformation project.This high-impact role will report to the Finance Director and act as the key liaison between finance stakeholders and the wider project delivery team. The successful candidate will lead finance-specific transformation activities, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational needs.Key Responsibilities:
* Lead all finance-related change activities within the transformation programme.
* Oversee the implementation of new finance systems, including migration from legacy platforms.
* Collaborate with senior stakeholders across Finance, IT, Operations, and external suppliers.
* Drive process redesign and change management to improve efficiency and compliance.
* Define and track measurable benefits, reporting progress to the Steering Group.
* Voice of Finance to look at the implications of change
* Sector experience is not essential - large-scale implementations are the requirement.
What you'll need to succeed
* Qualified accountant(e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
* Project management qualification(e.g. Prince2, MSP, or equivalent).
* Proven experience delivering finance transformation projects in complex environments.
* Strong stakeholder engagement and leadership skills.
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of finance operations in a values-driven organisation.What you'll get in returnFlexible working options available.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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