Finance Systems Analyst

Finance Systems Analyst - 9 Month FTC |

Global Professional Services Group, Central London (Hybrid, 2-3 days a week in office) |

Up to £45,000 + bonus + benefits pro-rata |

An opportunity has been created for a Finance Process Analyst to join a leading global £multi-billion turnover Professional Services group, operating within the UK, Europe, US and Asia-PAC markets. They have developed an enviable reputation for outstanding service and delivering innovative products & service solutions. Enjoying continued growth through service and market development, the business delivers challenging assignments for a worldwide blue-chip client base.

Key Responsibilities of the Finance Process Analyst

• Provide finance system support - Offer guidance on policy and process matters to global finance users, including the use of SAP4 Hana and SAP R/3.
• Develop policies and training materials - Document policies and processes for the Finance manual, assist in training preparation, and communicate changes effectively.
• Maintain matter management systems - Oversee processes related to matter opening, time recording, billing, and debt collection within SAP4 Hana and SAP R/3, ensuring timely responses and appropriate testing of changes.
• Manage authorisations and access - Approve and progress access requests in compliance with finance policy, ensuring proper segregation of duties. Conduct periodic authorisation reviews with global finance managers and external auditors.
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements - Review system error logs, resolve issues, liaise with other departments, and support technical changes by preparing documentation, coordinating with Technology teams, testing improvements, and communicating updates to local offices.
• Support finance projects - Assist senior finance colleagues on strategic and BAU projects, contributing to solution testing and user training.

Skills & Attributes of the Finance Process Analyst

• Finance expertise - knowledge and experience of financial language and or experience of working in a finance team
• Technical proficiency - Experience with SAP4 Hana and/or SAP R/3 and strong MS Excel skills.
• Sector knowledge - experience within professional services (with strong skills in matter / case management areas such as billing, e-billing, and cash collection) would be desirable but not essential.
• Analytical and organisational skills - Ability to prioritise workloads, manage user expectations, and support process improvements.
• Communication and teamwork - Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Business awareness - Understanding of the risks and priorities facing finance teams in a global firm.

Applications can only be considered from those eligible to live & work in the UK without restriction.

Harcourt Matthews is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Harcourt Matthews is committed to diversity and inclusion. We value and encourage applications from all ethnicities and welcome everyone regardless of social background, disability, gender identity, and orientation. Diversity benefits us all and challenges our assumptions.

Ref: BHJOB3543_5974