Finance Configuration Lead

As Finance Configuration Lead you will play a pivotal role in enhancing and optimising our financial systems and processes.

This role is integral to our broad programme of work, focusing on ensuring that our financial systems are robust, efficient, and aligned with the company's strategic goals. The primary purpose of the SAP Finance Lead is to analyse business requirements, design effective solutions, and lead the configuration and customisation of the SAP Finance modules to meet these needs.

What will I be doing as Finance Configuration Lead?

• Lead, develop, and support a team of five SAP FICO specialists to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality financial systems support and alignment to business objectives across the UK, France, and Belgium.
• Plan and allocate team resources effectively to meet both operational requirements and project demands, enabling timely and sustainable delivery of financial systems services.
• Manage relationships with Finance Directors, business stakeholders, and third-party partners to ensure alignment, engagement, and effective delivery of finance system initiatives.
• Analyse complex business requirements relating to financial operations and processes in order to design robust SAP and non-SAP system solutions that meet both strategic and operational needs.
• Design, configure, and implement SAP Finance solutions and oversee the integration and configuration of key non-SAP finance applications, such as Proclaim, LOIS, and BPS, to enhance end-to-end financial operations.
• Provide advisory input into the delivery of finance-related system projects, supporting project planning, stakeholder engagement, and governance to ensure successful implementation.

What we need from you

• Hands-on SAP FI/CO configuration and support
• Strong understanding of core financial processes and accountancy principles
• Experience with cross-module SAP integration (e.g. FI-MM, FI-SD)
• Proven track record of supporting month-end, year-end, and statutory reporting cycles
• Demonstrable experience of delivering finance system change, enhancement and support
• Working knowledge of internal controls and financial governance frameworks
• Experience in supporting end users and managing service requests through to resolution
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Able to manage changing priorities while maintaining attention to detail
• Builds strong, trusted relationships across Finance and IT
• Demonstrates leadership through influence, clear direction-setting, and support for others’ development
• Leads by example, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Comfortable making decisions, taking ownership, and guiding others through change
• Takes ownership and delivers to high standards

What we can offer you

• Grade 4 role
• Competitive salary and annual company bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Private medical insurance
• Excellent pension scheme (matched company contribution of up to 12%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
• Free lunch at our onsite restaurant (Howden site only)
• Staff Discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

How to apply:

Good luck with your application.  Before you apply, please speak to your manager, so that they are aware of your interest in this role.  You will also need to attach a CV as part of your application.  Please take note that this advert is a summary of the main duties and responsibilities and may be subject to change.  If you have any questions or need further support or information, please contact the Hiring Manager Chris Hurst or Holly Gibbins, Recruitment Advisor.