Finance Business Analyst (contract)

Key Systems and Platforms

Key systems and platforms include:

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)
• Anaplan
• Qlik
• Power BI
• PowerApps / Power Automate
• Enterprise reporting and data platforms

Business Analysis & Process Improvement

• Analyse current-state finance and operational processes to identify improvement opportunities and inefficiencies
• Support the development and evolution of the Finance Target Operating Model (TOM)
• Gather, document, and translate business requirements into functional and technical specifications
• Facilitate workshops with Finance, Operations, and Technology stakeholders
• Support process standardisation, optimisation, and controls enhancement initiatives

Systems Implementation & Change Delivery

• Support the implementation and enhancement of finance and reporting systems including D365, Anaplan, Qlik, and related platforms
• Work closely with implementation partners, developers, and SMEs to ensure solutions meet business requirements
• Assist with configuration validation, testing coordination, defect management, and user acceptance testing (UAT)
• Support operational readiness and cutover activities during major system deployments
• Produce high-quality process documentation, training materials, and user guidance

Data, Reporting & Analytics

• Support finance data analysis, reconciliation, and reporting activities during system migrations and process transitions
• Assist in the development and enhancement of management information (MI), reporting, and analytics capabilities
• Work with large datasets and financial models to support data conversion and validation activities
• Support the use of business intelligence and visualisation tools to improve reporting effectiveness

Business-As-Usual Support

• Provide post-implementation support and troubleshooting for finance systems and reporting processes
• Investigate system and process issues, identify root causes, and coordinate resolution activities
• Work collaboratively with Finance users to improve system usability and operational efficiency
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across Finance and Group Services

Required Experience & Skills

Essential

• Previous experience as a Business Analyst within Finance Transformation, ERP implementation, or Finance Systems environments
• Strong understanding of Finance processes, controls, and reporting
• Experience supporting ERP, planning, or business intelligence implementations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience gathering and documenting business and functional requirements
• Strong Excel skills including advanced formulas, data manipulation, and Power Query
• Experience supporting testing activities including UAT and test script preparation
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Information Systems, or related discipline

Systems & Tools Experience

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)
• Anaplan
• Qlik
• Power BI
• Tableau
• PowerApps / Power Automate
• SQL or enterprise databases
• Test automation tools
• CRM platforms

Desirable Experience

• Experience within Financial Services, Asset Management, Wealth Management, or FinTech environments
• Accounting or Finance qualification/studies
• Exposure to finance data migrations or ERP cutover activities
• Experience supporting planning, forecasting, or management reporting processes
• Understanding of finance controls and governance frameworks

Candidate Profile

• 6-10 years experience
• Delivery-focused and highly organised
• Comfortable operating in fast‑paced transformation environments
• Collaborative and able to work across business and technology teams
• Curious, proactive, and solutions-oriented
• Able to balance attention to detail with broader strategic objectives

Location & Working Model

• Hybrid working model
• Collaboration across Finance, Technology, and Transformation teams
• Opportunity to work on a large‑scale finance transformation programme with significant executive visibility

Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

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