Implementation Consultant - Budgeting software

Job Title: ImplementationConsultant Salary: Up to £38,000 The Business: Founded by a team of financial experts and ex-MAT professionals, IMP Software has a deep understanding of the challenges facing multi-academy trusts. Our mission is to empower multi-academy trusts with the tools and expertise they need to manage their finances more efficiently and effectively. That\’s why we\’re trusted by trusts across the country to provide the only budgeting, forecasting, and reporting software designed specifically for them. From a standing start, in less than 5 years we are now used by most large trusts to help them deliver smarter MAT Finance. We\’re proud to be at the forefront of innovation in the MAT finance sector, and we\’re constantly looking for ways to improve our offering. We work closely with our customers to understand their requirements so that we can tailor our product to their specific needs, and our team is always available to provide expert advice and support. But at our core, we\’re more than just a software company. We\’re a team of passionate and dedicated professionals, committed to helping multi-academy trusts achieve their financial goals. We believe that financial planning should be simpler, more accessible, and more transparent, and we\’re proud to be leading the way in supporting smarter MAT finance. At IMP we are very aware that the success of our business will be directly correlated to the quality of the team that we can attract and more importantly retain! Due to this core belief, IMP offers fantastic career progression within a business that places huge importance on the happiness of the team, through our respectful, fun(!) and supportive culture + flexible working, regular socials and funded/encouraged CPD. Role Description: As a Lead Consultant in Implementations, you will be a crucial link between our software solutions and our customers, demonstrating confidence and proficiency in explaining and understanding the nuances of academy finances. Your role involves coordinating with clients, internal teams, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful integration of our software. Key responsibilities: Knowledge of Multi Academy Trust Accounting: Demonstrate a deep understanding of basic academy accounting terms and funding streams. Confidently explain financial concepts to clients and internal teams. Project Planning and Execution: Develop detailed project plans using provided software, outlining timelines, resources, and milestones for software implementations. Lead the execution of implementation projects from initiation to completion. Review the treatments that have been used within each school and in conjunction with IMP’s methodology and the clients’ needs Define the best method to build the budget data and ensure the legacy data is migrated in a consistent way Client Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during the implementation phase. Ensure clear communication and understanding of client requirements, particularly in the context of academy finances. Skills, experience, and attributes : Previous experience within a schools finance setting e.g. School admin/school finance officer Excellent written and oral communication skills, with a focus on explaining financial concepts. Advanced Excel skills – there will be an excel test during the interview process. Proven problem-solving skills with an analytical approach to project challenges. Strong organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience working with financial systems would be desirable. Benefits: 27 days of holiday per year plus bank holidays AXA Health insurance including dental and mental health Broadband allowance Home office stipend Life assurance (4 x basic salary) Encouraged and funded CPD #J-18808-Ljbffr