Finance Systems Lead – ERP Implementation (Local Government)

Salt • Greater London • 1d ago

Finance System Lead – ERP Implementation

12-month Contract | £700 per day Inside IR35 | 2-3 days on-site in North London

Salt Recruitment’s Local Government team is working with a North London council on a major ERP transformation programme. We are looking for an experienced Finance System Lead to take ownership of the finance workstream and ensure a smooth, successful transition to the new ERP platform.

What you’ll be doing

Acting as the primary liaison between the finance function and the ERP project team.
Leading the capture and validation of finance requirements, ensuring they are accurately reflected in system design.
Overseeing configuration, testing, and validation of ERP financial modules (SAP experience highly desirable).
Managing data migration activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.
Working with the implementation partner to develop and execute test scripts and lead user acceptance testing.
Delivering training to finance staff and supporting change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption.
Producing finance reports and dashboards in the new ERP system.
Allocating work within the finance team to meet project deadlines and quality standards.

What we’re looking for

CCAB, CIMA or equivalent qualified accountant – essential.
Proven ERP implementation experience – SAP strongly preferred, but other major ERP systems will be considered.
Local Government finance experience – essential. You must understand council financial processes, reporting requirements, and controls.
Strong background in data migration, system testing, and UAT.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work confidently across finance, IT, and project teams.

Contract details

Length: 12 months
Rate: £700 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: North London – 2-3 days per week on-site

If you meet the essential criteria and have a track record of delivering finance workstreams in ERP programmes, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a high-profile Local Government transformation programme where your expertise will directly influence project success.

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements

Job Information

Job Reference: JO-2508-355618

Salary: £0.00 - £700.00 per hour + inside IR35

Salary per: hour

Job Duration: 12 months

Job Start Date: 01/09/2025

Job Industries: Senior Appointments Technology

Job Locations: Greater London

Job Types: Contract

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