IT Systems Manager (Finance)

Role: Finance Systems Manager
Salary: £46,000 – £56,500
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid – 2 days In-Office)
Network IT are supporting a large organisation seeking a Finance Systems Manager with strong experience in Finance system configuration, administration, and support, combined with proven ability to manage end‑to‑end system change processes and oversee technical resources. The role is an even split between hands‑on technical delivery (50%) and strategic oversight of the Finance systems environment (50%).
The successful candidate will take ownership of the Finance ERP landscape—managing requirements gathering, system configuration, release cycles, and ongoing support, while working closely with Finance stakeholders and technical partners to ensure stability and continuous improvement.
Role Overview
You will lead the end‑to‑end management of the Finance ERP system, balancing hands‑on configuration with oversight of technical delivery. This includes managing change requests, coordinating internal/third‑party resources, ensuring system governance, and driving process and system improvements.
Key Responsibilities

• Own the configuration, maintenance, and optimisation of the Finance ERP system.
• Manage the full change lifecycle: requirements, design, configuration, testing, release, and support.
• Coordinate technical resources and ensure high‑quality delivery of system changes.
• Resolve system issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and improve controls to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee release cycles, regression testing, and deployment plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including configuration records and process maps.
• Manage system governance: audit compliance, data integrity, access controls, and SoD.
• Act as the Finance SME, providing Level 2 functional support.
• Work with stakeholders to translate Finance needs into system solutions and process improvements.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong background in Finance system administration and configuration (ERP/Finance platforms).
• Proven experience delivering end‑to‑end system changes and managing technical resources.
• Functional knowledge of GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Expenses, or similar modules.
• Experience with release cycles, testing, change governance, and environment controls.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and documentation skills.
• Leadership or mentoring experience within Finance or technical teams.