Finance system implementation specialist (project-based)

at  Testronic

This role is to support the Finance Function in managing the successful completion of a finance consolidation and reporting system.

The company has part implemented the Planful system, and is looking to take the project forward with the key goals being:

• Review chart of account mapping from SAP system to Planful system
• Develop automated data transfer process from SAP to Planful system
• Review requirement and develop process for recurring Planful consolidation journals (e.g. revenue journals and cost center cross charges)
• Develop upload templates and processes for non-financial KPIs information (e.g. headcount data) into Planful
• Develop management reporting outputs from Planful system
• Review planning and forecasting capabilities within the Planful system and prepare project plan for implementation

REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive experience in finance controlling with a strong understanding of financial processes.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel and SQL.
• Proven track record of managing the implementation of finance reporting systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional project teams.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.
• Knowledge of Planful and Sharperlight Add-in.
• Experience in coaching or training finance and non-finance staff.
• Project management experience.
• Strong analytical thinker with exceptional communication skills that engage and inspire.
• Dynamic, solution-oriented approach with a positive attitude.
• Proficiency in communicative English for effective cooperation with teams located in Poland and the UK.

• To lead to complete the successful implementation of a finance consolidation and reporting platform (Planful), delivering to agreed timescales
• To manage the Project plan to include all activities and to ensure that agreed deadlines are met
• To present updates to key stakeholders at the weekly meetings
• To plan and manage the successful migration of historical data to the system
• To implement new processes and controls to support the finance reporting system implementation and ensure these are fully documented