Job Description
Within the Corporate Finance service sits the Finance Systems Support Team. Our team is responsible for the functional and technical support and maintenance of a cloud-based, Unit 4 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System, including exploration and implementation of new functionality and business processes.
Having implemented the new system in 2024-25, we are now looking to explore further functionality in conjunction with reviewing business processes, to maximise the efficiencies gained from a modern ERP system. We are a small but dedicated team, focussed on process improvement and embracing new technologies.
As part of our succession planning, we have an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to be part of our team and help deliver our future ambitions. The role will report to the Finance Systems Manager, and is on a fixed term basis, for two years.
You will already be able to demonstrate an in-depth understanding of an integrated ERP or Finance system, including interface integrations, and have excellent Excel skills. Technical knowledge of Unit 4 or Agresso applications would be an advantage, as would knowledge of Accounts Receivable processes and functions.
You will be experienced in exploring complex incident and problems and implementing resolutions, preparing technical procedures, and capable of cascading learning and knowledge to team members and other colleagues.
The Council can offer you:
- A competitive salary
- Access to the Local Authority Pension Scheme (LGPS), with a generous employer pension contribution (on top of your own contribution)
- A generous annual leave allowance
- Access to a number of salary sacrifice schemes
- Access to our benefits platform which offers a wide range of discounts and money saving opportunities
- Hybrid working - working in a way that adds most value
- Flexible and agile working arrangements,
- Support with health and wellbeing
- Professional development opportunities
- Friendly, warm and welcoming team
We very much look forward to receiving your application. Please can you ensure that you include details of how you meet the essential and desirable criteria.
We plan to review applications w/c 18th May 2026, and conduct interviews between 26th May and 5th June 2026.
Interested to Find Out More?
You can review our full job description details, and person specification or for an informal discussion about this role please contact Elise Watson, Finance Systems Manager at elisewatson@sthelens.gov.uk
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