This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines excellent management accounting expertise with hands‑on experience of finance systems and process improvement. This is a varied and high‑impact position that sits at the intersection of accounting, systems, compliance and project delivery. You will act as the organisation's finance systems lead, ensuring our ERP platforms operate effectively, support strong financial controls and continue to evolve to meet business needs. At the same time, you will provide senior‑level accounting support, compliance oversight and project expertise across the organisation. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by combining technical accounting expertise with systems leadership. You will work on strategic initiatives, influence senior stakeholders and help shape the future direction of finance systems, governance and business processes. Responsibilities Lead the development, maintenance and optimisation of finance systems, including ERP functionality, controls, user access and system improvements. Act as the recognised finance systems expert, supporting users, delivering training and driving system enhancements. Lead on risk management, compliance and regulatory requirements, ensuring policies and processes remain robust and effective, collaborating closely with other departments and committees. Identify applicable finance‑related elements of public sector and charity regulation and best practice, especially Managing Public Money and DCMS management agreement ensuring this is embedded in risk management and applicable policies and processes effectively. Lead counter‑fraud strategy, including liaising with DCMS and Cabinet Office on Government Functional Standards. Manage and improve budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting processes, including staff cost modelling and payroll‑related controls. Support and advise on organisation‑wide projects, providing financial expertise and ensuring best‑practice project appraisal and evaluation. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation and influencing positive change through process improvement initiatives. Location National Museum Directors' Council, National Museums Liverpool, World Museum, William Brown Street, Liverpool, L3 8EN Qualifications CCAB accountancy qualification. Demonstrable management accounting experience and strong technical accounting knowledge including Accounting Standards and regulatory framework, income tax, NI and VAT. Demonstrable success in process and control improvements and managing projects successfully. Ideally with experience of administering and/or upgrading a financial system. Previous experience as a finance systems lead or in a systems‑focused finance role. Strong understanding of finance systems, controls, governance and compliance frameworks. Ideally, experience with Unit4 (Agresso) and/or Business Central. Advanced Excel and strong IT skills. Able to think strategically and effectively prioritise. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial and systems information to senior and non‑financial stakeholders clearly. Benefits Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access. Civil Service Pension Scheme defined benefit with 28.97% employer contribution. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days (and +5 days after 10 years). Social and wellbeing perks including staff parties, social clubs, CSSC sports and leisure, and support from the Civil Service Retirement Fellowship. Learning and development through courses, mentoring and Athena as well as support for professional qualifications. Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for counselling, wellbeing support and more. Enhanced parental leave including maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Support for carers through Employers for Carers. Our Values Care Deeply Embrace the Unknown Spark Curiosity Value Many Voices #J-18808-Ljbffr
Management Accountant: Systems and Projects employer: THE BRITISH MUSEUM
The British Museum is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Bloomsbury where creativity and collaboration thrive. With benefits such as free exhibition entry, generous annual leave, and a robust Civil Service Pension Scheme, employees are supported in both their professional and personal lives. The museum fosters a culture of growth, providing opportunities for career development while working on high-profile projects that engage and inspire the public.
