– Product Owner (Finance systems) – Permanent – Remote –
Our client is committed to making a difference in people’s lives by delivering quality support services to members of the community with learning disabilities and their families. We're looking for innovative thinkers and proactive problem-solvers to help them leverage technology and optimise their finance systems. If you’re looking for a challenging and impactful role within a collaborative and inclusive environment, then this might just be the right opportunity for you.
Job Purpose:
As the Finance Systems Product Owner, you will lead the development, support, and enhancement of our client’s finance systems, with a focus on automating, integrating, and continuously improving their applications. Collaborating with Finance, IT, Data, and Insight teams, you will design and implement solutions, manage system enhancements and oversee supplier interactions to ensure effective upgrades and seamless integration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Finance Systems Ownership & Enhancement: Oversee system availability, IT support, troubleshooting and supplier management for finance business systems.
- Data & Reporting: Generate regular internal reports, work with the Data Warehouse team to support broader corporate dashboards and ensure data quality through rigorous validation and business processes.
- Project Support: Act as a Finance systems SME for IT and business-led projects, contributing knowledge on system setup, configuration, and enhancements.
- System Change & Improvements: Create and maintain a backlog of system enhancements, manage priorities, and build a roadmap of small change sprints.
- Configuration & Optimisation: Configure SaaS finance systems, including setting up rules, roles-based access, workflows and automation tools to deliver optimised solutions.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Training: Work closely with users to introduce system changes, conduct training, gather feedback, and support ongoing improvements.
- Problem Resolution: Conduct root-cause analysis for system issues and collaborate with suppliers to resolve them effectively.
- Continuous Improvement: Lead ongoing product optimisation, ensuring alignment with business goals and a vision for future enhancements.
Key Skills & Experience:
- Sector: Adult social care or healthcare, highly desirable.
- Experience: 5+ years in SaaS application support, product management, or similar; 3+ years with agile methodologies.
- Product Knowledge: Expertise in finance systems such as Microsoft GP / 365, Civica IP, TM1, Docuware, and modern SaaS finance platforms (e.g., AP, Banking, Reporting).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in process automation, workflow, and integration tools. Skilled in system configuration, rules setup, and access controls.
- Agile Methodology: Proven experience in agile methodologies, with hands-on project, sprint, and agile planning skills.
- Attention to Detail: Highly organised with excellent time management and task prioritisation skills.
- Initiative & Accountability: Resourceful, independent, and reliable, with a commitment to delivering results and taking ownership of tasks.
- Communication & Stakeholder Management: Outstanding communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to engage and build relationships across teams.
- Leadership & Adaptability: Team-oriented with some experience in line management; adaptable, open to learning, and proactive in researching new areas.
Why Apply?
- Impactful Work: Play a vital role in transforming finance systems to better support their teams and drive efficiency.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities to expand your expertise in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
- Supportive Culture: Join a diverse and talented team dedicated to making a real difference.
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