Overview

Title: Finance Systems Manager

Location: Shoreham-by-Sea (Hybrid) Flexible on location - Must be able to travel to HQ in Shoreham-by-Sea once a week

Salary: up to £60,00 (DOE)

Who we are

At Focus Group, we know people are our greatest asset. We are a rapidly growing Group that thrives on collaboration and where every individual plays a key role in shaping our future success.

Our Finance Team is crucial to the successful operation of our business, we have recently undertaken significant investment in our system and therefore are now looking for a Finance Systems Manager. You will own our ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O) and have responsibility for both the optimization of the solution, integration with other key Focus systems and support the roll-out to new acquisitions.

What we’re looking for

The right person for this role is someone who will manage the optimization and continual development of our finance system across our group. You\'ll be hands-on with upgrades and system migrations as we scale through M&A activity.

We need someone who has:

• A roll up your sleeves mentality with strong problem solving skills
• The ability to work independently and drive projects to completion
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating across technical and business teams
• Experience working in a PE backed or high growth environment
• Comfort with ambiguity and able to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

What’s in it for you?

• True ownership and the ability to make a difference. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on making systems work better
• Variety. You will be directly involved in the execution of our growth strategy through the roll out of systems in acquisitions, every one of which will pose a new challenge!
• Personal growth. This is a newly created role within our team and therefore you have the opportunity to truly drive the agenda for system optimization
• Inclusive culture – At Focus Group we pride ourselves on our positive and collaborative team environment. You will join a team that values your input and empowers you to deliver

What will you do?

As our Finance Systems Manager you will own the Dynamics F&O system both in terms of the technical solution but also the strategy for the continual development and optimization as Focus Group continues its growth journey. Some of the key responsibilities of the role are detailed below:

ERP Management & Projects

• Lead ERP enhancement projects from requirements gathering through go-live
• Configure system modules, user permissions, and approval workflows
• Plan and coordinate release cycles for system upgrades, patches, and new feature rollouts
• Create and update system documentation, user guides, and standard operating procedures

System Migrations & Optimization

• Plan and execute migrations between finance platforms when required
• Streamline existing processes by eliminating redundancies and improving system efficiency
• Implement new finance tools and applications that support business growth
• Monitor system performance and resolve technical issues impacting financial operations
• Maintain data integrity across all finance systems and platforms

Operational Support

• Provide technical support to finance team members on system-related questions
• Train new users on ERP functionality and best practices
• Collaborate with external vendors and consultants on system implementations
• Manage system access controls and security protocols
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes through system optimization

Acquisition Integration

• Execute finance system integrations for new acquisitions within defined timelines
• Migrate financial data from target company systems into our core ERP platform
• Configure chart of accounts, reporting structures, and workflows for newly acquired entities
• Coordinate with IT and business teams to ensure clean data transfer and system connectivity
• Troubleshoot integration issues and implement workarounds to maintain business continuity

What you’ll need

• 5+ years hands-on experience with ERP systems (Dynamics, NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Proven track record managing system integrations in M&A environments
• Strong technical skills in data migration, system configuration, and process automation
• Experience with SQL, data analysis tools, and financial reporting platforms
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing deadlines

Nice to have

• Accounting qualification: ACA, ACCA, CIMA or relevant experience
• Systems migration experience

Why join Focus Group?

At Focus Group we’re passionate about challenging and improving ourselves. We believe in fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where our team members can thrive. If you are ready to take on a role where you can make a real difference to build and implement a process, overcome challenges and make an impact then we’d love to hear from you!