Head of Financial Systems - recruit121 : Job Details

I am excited to be working exclusively with my client who is looking for an exceptional Head of Finance Systems to lead a major finance transformation programme and shape the future of their core financial platforms.

This is a rare opportunity to have strategic influence, drive organisational design, and deliver systems that support efficiency, compliance, and long-term growth.

About the Role

You’ll lead the strategic review and implementation of key finance systems, including:

• General Ledger
• ALM
• Treasury & TTMS platforms

You’ll partner with transformation teams, set system design principles, and embed best-in-class processes across the finance function.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Setting design principles for all core finance systems
• Leading RFP processes and managing vendor selection
• Overseeing implementation, integration, and delivery
• Developing testing, training, and rollout strategies
• Assessing outsourcing options for finance data management

What We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership in finance systems & transformation
• Qualified Accountant
• Strong knowledge of GL, ALM, and Treasury systems
• Expertise in RFP design, vendor management & testing strategies
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement & project leadership skills

Who Might Be a Great Fit?

This opportunity may suit someone who:

-Comes from an audit background and wants to transition from practice into industry — especially if you know "what good looks like", plan effectively, and execute change confidently.

-Comes from a Financial Services industry would be beneficial but not essential.

-Has experience in manufacturing or complex operational environments, particularly if you’ve implemented new systems from scratch and understand how to embed structure, controls, and scalability.

They are looking for a credible, influential leader with outstanding stakeholder management skills — someone who can challenge, collaborate, and guide the business through a major finance systems transformation.

My client is going through a huge amount of change therefore offering future opportunity, career progression and personal development for the right driven individual.

This is a hybrid role based in Cardiff 3 days a week with flexibility. If you are interested then please apply ASAP as my client is moving quickly