Vertex Associates are very excited to be partnering with an international architecture business based in SW London. They are looking for a Group Finance Systems Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This is a hybrid role with 3 days a week in the office.The Group Finance Systems Manager is responsible for managing and optimising global financial systems, software, and processes and contributes to the development of the Finance strategy. This role involves collaborating with finance and IT teams to ensure that financial data is accurate, secure, and efficiently processed. The Group Finance Systems Manager will also play a key role in implementing and maintaining accounting software and tools, working closely with senior stakeholders to influence system strategy.Duties and responsibilities will include:Financial Systems ManagementLead the administration and oversight of all financial systems, including ERP platforms,accounting software, and related tools.Maintain data integrity and accuracy across systems, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards.Lead user acceptance testing of fixes and new features.Monitor system performance, proactively troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to minimize downtime.Partner with IT to manage system maintenance, upgrades, and infrastructure requirements.Process ImprovementIdentify and deliver process improvements within finance and accounting workflows.Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual tasks