Job Description

Finance Systems Analyst
Location: We have a blended work to your diary approach where we flex where, when and how we work with attendance at our hubs when required.
Please know this role is a 12 month FTC
This role is to support the delivery and implementation of a new Azure-hosted technical solution that will transform how our internal debt recovery team operates in line with our product roadmap.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse business requirements, Finance configuration and processes for the new debt solution
Ensure seamless finance data exchange between the new solution and existing Finance systems
Play a vital role in enhancing financial reporting capability, improving data integrity
This role is critical in ensuring the successful transition to the new solution, optimising Finance workflows, improving data accuracy and delivering a user friendly solution for finance teams
What you will be doing:
Business Requirements Analysis:

• Collaborate with finance, business and IT teams to gather and document detailed business requirements
• Identify key reporting needs, data requirements and process workflows

Data Migration and Transition Support:

• Assist in the transfer of any required financial data to and from the new application
• Ensure data is accurately mapped and transferred
• Ensure consistency and accuracy in financial data

Documentation and process flow:

• Document any finance system configurations, data models and report structures to provide clear, comprehensive references for both current and future use
• Maintain detailed records of processes, flows and decisions made throughout the project for clarity and knowledge sharing

Testing and Quality Assurance:

• Conduct thorough testing including user acceptance testing system integration testing and data validation to ensure the new solution meets business requirements and is free from errors
• Collaborate with other technical teams to resolve issues, ensuring the system functions smoothly and as expected

Training and Knowledge Sharing:

• Share knowledge, system expertise and documentation to upskill other Finance Systems team members and build long-term capability within the finance systems function
• Post implementation support
• Provide post-implementation support to address any system issues and ensure continuous improvement
• Collect feedback from users to identify opportunities for further improvements to the system

What you will need:

• Deep understanding of finance operations and systems
• Strong understanding of finance systems, server and database structures.
• Knowledge and understanding of financial processes and accounting rules
• Demonstrable knowledge of accounting systems gained within the legal sector
• Proficiency in Microsoft SQL server and related products (SSRS, SSIS)
• Experience with Aderant legal software an advantage

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical, diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate business needs into functional specifications
• Ability to identify and develop solutions to enhance and maintain IT/Finance services
• Pro-active in seeking out tasks and efficient execution thereof
• Ability to deal with difficult or demanding situations
• An ability to work within, and contribute to structured frameworks controlling change
• A high degree of drive, self-motivation and enthusiasm, including a willingness to work flexible hours as the role demands
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Excellent written, verbal communication and negotiating skills, including the ability to share knowledge appropriately and to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• A commitment to delivering excellent levels of service to internal and external clients at all times

Benefits, Agile Working and Additional information
We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work.
We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we're keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it.
We have the following hubs across the UK: Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Leicester, Lincoln, London, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Sheffield, Solihull, Stratford upon Avon and in the South East; Brighton, Chichester, Crawley, East Grinstead, Eastbourne, Lewes, Peacehaven, Seaford, Storrington, Southampton & Tunbridge Wells.
Additional information
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Equal opportunities
Ampa Group is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.

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