Finance Systems Officer

Finance Systems Officer The Vacancy Hybrid Working: Connexional Team staff based at Methodist Church House have a hybrid work pattern, which is currently 2 – 3 days in the office, the rest is remote.   As part of the wider Connexional Team, the finance team seek to continually review and provide budget holders with management and analytical reports that help them to understand the financial consequences of their strategies and decisions. We use a number of finance applications to process and analyse financial data and produce reports that help our stakeholders make informed decisions.  The Methodist Church has embarked on a transformational journey, and with a strong focus on technology-driven solutions, we are committed to enhancing efficiency, productivity, and colleague satisfaction. We are currently seeking a talented Systems  Officer to join our dynamic team, working with IT, Finance and also non-finance colleagues. As a Systems  Officer, you will work with and support our Finance Systems Analyst, the finance team and other colleagues within the Connexional team in administering our finance systems, developing financial reports, troubleshooting and supporting colleagues in finding systems solutions. You will work collaboratively to analyse data, provide training to users and make suggestions that will improve operational efficiency. You will work with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure the provision of accurate and timely reports and be able to analyse the data produced in a meaningful way. There will also be the opportunity to work on new projects and initiatives to support information and user experience across the Connexional Team. If you are a highly motivated and organised Finance System professional with a passion for delivering exceptional results, we want to hear from you!   About You Proven ability in a similar role, preferably supporting and working with multiple finance applications in a medium to large organisations. Experience in administering and maintaining financial systems and financial reporting platforms. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Understanding of and experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Query/Power BI). Able to manage multiple projects and priorities. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Have passion to continuous professional development in finance systems applications.   Our Culture, Values and Benefits Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing. We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), TOIL, flexi-leave and an on-site Wellbeing Adviser service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme, where the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution. The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups.  We reserve the right to close the advert window earlier if we receive a sufficient number of applications before the published deadline.   Closing Date: 30 January 2025 Interview Date: 6 February 2025