Financial Systems Manager

• This vacancy is only available for applications from existing Internal Plymouth City Council employees and Agency Workers who are in an active placement and have 12 weeks continuous service. Applications submitted by External candidates who do not meet this criteria will not be considered and will be rejected.

Lead the future of financial systems in one of the South West's largest local authorities

Are you an experienced finance systems professional looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact? Do you have the vision to drive digital transformation, improve financial processes, and maximise the value of financial technology?

About the Role

Reporting to the Lead Accountancy Manager of the Financial Control Team, you will act as the Council's lead specialist for financial systems, combining strategic leadership with operational expertise. You will manage a small team responsible for system support, configuration and maintenance, whilst driving a programme of continuous improvement, automation and innovation.

About You

We are looking for a motivated professional with substantial experience supporting and developing financial systems within a complex organisation.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of financial systems across Plymouth City Council.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Financial Systems Team
• Deliver a strategic financial systems improvement plan
• Manage upgrades, enhancements and new modules
• Ensure robust controls, security and compliance
• Develop reporting solutions and financial insight
• Work closely with finance, ICT and suppliers
• Support transformation and digital change programmes

What You Will Bring

• Knowledge of local government finance and statutory requirements
• Experience with integrated financial management systems such as Civica Financials
• Track record of delivering system improvements and automation
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and project management skills
• CCAB part-qualified (or equivalent) or fully qualified AAT with relevant experience and a commitment to achieving full CCAB qualification within 5 years.

Apply today and help deliver the next generation of financial services at Plymouth City Council.

We are a flexible employer and provide a variety of working arrangements tailored to the needs of each role.

Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, care experience, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.

As part of our commitment to promoting equality we offer guaranteed interviews to those who meet the essential criteria and are considered disabled, care experienced or are an Armed Forces Service Leaver within the last two years.

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK

Plymouth City Council is proud to be an Age Friendly Employer. We encourage applications from talented people at every stage of their career

For more information or an informal discussion please contact Carolyn Haynes - carolyn.haynes@plymouth.gov.uk

Closing date: Sunday 6 September