Finance Systems Lead – ERP Implementation (Local Government)

Senior Appointments Technology

Greater London Contract / 12 months £0.00 - £700.00 per hour + inside IR35

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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