Finance Systems Manager (SAP) at Wmeimg

The Role

The Finance Systems Manager (SAP Focus) will play a key role in the design, implementation, and optimization of SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud Premium for the Events business. Working closely with finance and business stakeholders, this role will be responsible for translating business requirements into SAP configurations, ensuring robust financial processes that scale across the company's global operations.

The role spans system configuration, data migration, testing, user training, and ongoing support across SAP financial modules such as FI, CO, and Treasury. This is a hands-on position requiring expertise in SAP functionality, integrations, and compliance, while supporting business growth through acquisitions and new business models in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with finance stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document business requirements, focusing on SAP Public Cloud Premium.

• Configure and customize SAP FI/CO/Treasury modules to align with business processes (AP, AR, GL, asset accounting, cost controlling, consolidations).

• Lead/support end-to-end SAP implementations: data migration, testing, cutover, go-live, and hypercare.

• Develop integrations between SAP and enterprise applications (e.g., banking platforms, M365, BI/reporting tools).

• Troubleshoot SAP-related issues, ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS and internal controls.

• Create and deliver training, process documentation, and support materials for finance teams.

• Support financial close processes, reconciliations, and reporting cycles with SAP-enabled automation.

• Contribute to M&A integration projects, aligning acquired businesses onto the company's SAP ecosystem.

• Partner with vendors on system upgrades, release management, and technical enhancements.

• Monitor performance, conduct data audits, and ensure data accuracy, integrity, and security.

• Research and apply emerging SAP innovations (AI-driven analytics, automation, predictive forecasting).

Key Results Areas

• Successful implementation and optimisation of SAP Public Cloud Premium across company entities.

• Delivery of accurate and efficient financial processes with minimal downtime.

• Strong alignment of SAP configurations with business objectives and operational models.

• Demonstrated ability to support M&A activities by integrating financial systems quickly and effectively.

• Continuous improvement of SAP-enabled finance processes, reporting, and compliance.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

• Significant experience in finance systems management with SAP ERP (S/4HANA preferred).

• Hands-on experience with SAP Public Cloud Premium or equivalent cloud ERP.

• Strong understanding of FI/CO, Treasury, reporting, and compliance processes.

• Proven experience in data migration, configuration, and SAP integration projects.

• Industry background in events, entertainment, or media (desirable).

• Exposure to automation, AI, or advanced analytics in SAP (advantageous).

• Experience supporting M&A finance system integration.

Skills & Abilities

• Expert in SAP module configuration, troubleshooting, and user support.

• Skilled in financial process analysis and implementing improvements.

• Strong communicator able to bridge technical SAP details with business needs.

• Ability to manage SAP projects, upgrades, and enhancements end-to-end.

• Analytical mindset for ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and reporting integrity.

• Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, or equivalent.

• SAP certification (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate – Financial Accounting) strongly preferred.

• ITIL/Project Management training (advantageous).

• Experience with financial compliance frameworks (SOX, IFRS).

Personal Profile

• Driven: Energetic, passionate, and results-oriented with a commitment to excellence.

• Adaptable: Flexible in managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Collaborative: Skilled at working across teams, vendors, and stakeholders.

• Communicative: Able to influence and gain buy-in at all levels.

• Innovative: Open to leveraging new SAP capabilities and emerging technologies to optimise finance.

Working Conditions:
Perm, London Chiswick Park

Mon-Fri, 35 hours per week