Finance systems manager - united kingdom, macclesfield, cheshire

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finance systems manager

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job information

division:

elior support services

advert closing date:

23/08/2022

contractual hours:full-time

salary:competitive package + benefits per annum

contract type:permanent

location:macclesfield, sk11 6et

working environment

join us for what is an exciting time for the it and digital transformation for elior. we're defining the digital future of our catering services, nationwide!

acting as the business partner to the finance and legal function, you will be the technology owner of all finance, accounting and legal technology used by elior uk. as their trusted advisor, you will partner the finance, accounting, and legal teams in generating maximum value from technology, provide cradle to grave management of all finance, accounting and legal systems and underlying tech infrastructure.

job description

reporting to the cio, in this role you will work closely with peers from the uk tech team including the tech enterprise architect, tech business partners and head of technology & operations, as well as elior group technology.

your key responsibilities as the finance and accounting systems manager will consist of:

- act as a trusted tech advisor for the cfo (finance, accounting & legal function) at elior uk to generate maximum value from technology.

- design & deliver technology solutions to meet business requirements in agreed budgets and timescales.

- support business impact assessment and business change related to new technology solutions.

- identify and design the technology service support model of new solutions.

- proactively advise the tech delivery director on solutions related issues and risks.

- oversee the development and execution of technology solutions budgets for the finance, accounting & legal function at elior uk.

- manage third party and group technology relationships to ensure the solutions budgets are met and solutions delivered on time and within budget as agreed.

- support the development of technology investment business cases by championing the commercial and operational business value of technology.

working pattern: 37.5 hours per week, monday to friday

skills and experience

the experience and knowledge we are looking for from our future finance and accounting systems manager include:

- experience of finance systems optimisation and integrations to other systems of front, middle and back office.

- managing agreed technology solution projects from conception to delivery.

- uses various facilitation methods to elicit requirements whilst challenging the status quo and proposing improvements.

- ability to lead, inspire and motivate a diverse technology team via matrix management.

- proven experience of working closely and successfully with stakeholders to deliver technology solutions which meet business requirements.

- confidence in managing budgets and commercial aspects of projects.

- management of 3rd party technology partners to deliver functional development and projects.

- prince 2 ideally qualified or working to a suitable alternative project management accreditation.

- experience of working within a mixed (in-house, third party, outsourced) technology environment with complex technology hierarchy.

- prior experience of business analysis or project management in relation to finance technology solutions in at least one of the following business sectors - education, healthcare, catering and hospitality and retail.

if you are talented, innovative, collaborative, inspiring, committed, resilient and experienced then apply now!

benefits

as part of your package, we are offering a competitive salary and a performance related bonus.

this role also comes with a workplace pension, life insurance, enhanced family leave, 33 days holiday - pro-rata (including bank holidays). you can also purchase up to 5 additional days annual leave.

why it s great to work for us

elior uk is awarding winning in a variety of categories including csr, people development and safety & wellbeing which demonstrates the passion and creativity of our great team.

for all our colleagues we offer a range of discounts across retail, leisure and travel.

we focus on our colleagues and hold an annual elior award event, issue rewards for recognition every month plus deliver a varied portfolio of development programmes. we offer additional leave for charity work and provide a colleague support programme for health & wellbeing advice.

welcoming you into our warm, friendly, and genuine team from your first day, we'll make you feel part of the family. with an inclusive, collaborative, and caring culture, you will share our shared purpose of delivering outstanding customer service.

at elior, we're innovators and extremely proud of our work around diversity, sustainability, and social value. that's why with a firm belief in a diverse workplace, 95% of our colleagues feel we cultivate a culture where people of all backgrounds are welcome and valued.

interested?

all you need is an updated cv and/ your linkedin profile, we'll do the rest.

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any internal colleagues applying for this role, please be advised that new terms and conditions will apply.

about us

our offices are based in london and macclesfield, linked via good public transport routes. we offer comprehensive learning & development opportunities, and an engaging work atmosphere. they are sociable and open spaces with fantastic restaurant / catering facilities. lunch subsidies / free refreshments and snacks are offered.

at elior we re enriching lives, everywhere, every day. feeding children in schools, loved ones in hospitals and care homes, sports fans in stadiums, visitors in heritage sites and teams in the workplace.

we are a multi-award-winning global player in the hospitality sector, founded in 1991 with over 105,000 colleagues worldwide, serving over 4 million guests every day. in the uk, our dedicated team serve our customers across 1200 locations.

because of our success and stability, we can offer you excellent career opportunities where you will be nurtured and supported to fulfil your potential. we are renowned for looking after our people, with 87% of our colleagues feeling proud to work with us, and we are committed to delivering delicious and healthy food, which is ethically sourced.

and we re committed to looking after the planet, supporting the community, cutting food waste and supporting wellbeing. we ve lots to shout about with our strong and united approach in tackling many important global sustainability issues.

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