Finance Systems Project Support Officer

Liverpool | Hybrid Working
£30,500 per annum
Flexi-Time Available
Fixed-Term Contract until June 2028

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Systems Project Support Officer to join a well-established organisation on a fixed-term basis until June 2028. This role is ideal for someone with experience in finance, systems administration, project support or business administration who is looking to develop their skills within finance systems and project delivery.

Working within the Finance Systems team, you will play a key role in supporting system enhancements, implementations and process improvement initiatives. You'll work closely with stakeholders across Finance and the wider organisation to ensure finance systems remain effective, accurate and fit for purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of finance systems projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with gathering business requirements and documenting system and process changes.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), system reconciliations and financial data validation.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including action logs, risk registers, testing records and implementation plans.
• Assist with the production and maintenance of finance reports and management information.
• Support the administration of user access controls, workflows and finance system permissions.
• Ensure procedures and process documentation are kept accurate and up to date.
• Help identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automation and system performance.
• Assist in the creation of user guides, training materials and process documentation.
• Liaise with stakeholders across the business to resolve system issues and understand operational requirements.
• Support compliance with financial controls, policies, procedures and audit requirements.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements across the Finance Systems function.

About YouWe're looking for someone who is organised, detail-focused and enjoys working with systems, processes and data.You will ideally have:

• AAT Level 3 (or equivalent), or be studying towards a finance, business or related qualification.
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Previous experience supporting finance, systems, administration or project-based activities.
• Experience maintaining reports, records, project documentation or management information.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Teams.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to manage changing workloads.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn new systems and processes.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working with financial or business systems.
• Exposure to User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Experience reviewing and validating data, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues.
• Understanding of finance processes, controls and reconciliations.
• Experience supporting system implementations, upgrades or process improvement projects.

What's on Offer?

£30,500 salary
Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements
Flexi-time policy
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing annually up to 30 days with service
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
Aviva pension scheme
Holiday purchase scheme
Access to Wagestream, providing greater financial flexibility and access to earned pay
Employee discounts on a range of products and services, including bikes, holidays and lifestyle benefits
Potential access to a lease car scheme
Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including workshops, e-learning and support towards professional qualifications
Employee reward and recognition programmes
Opportunities to volunteer within the community
Enhanced sick pay provisions
Discounted gym memberships
Employee Assistance Programme and occupational health support
Modern offices with excellent transport links
BUPA health expenses cover for eligible employees
Exposure to finance systems projects, transformation initiatives and continuous improvement programmes
Supportive and collaborative team environment with excellent development opportunities

If you're looking to build a career at the intersection of finance, systems and project delivery, this is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within a growing and evolving team while benefiting from a flexible and supportive employer.

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