Finance Process & Systems Controller Job Description: We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Process & Systems Controller to drive the development, optimisation, and governance of our financial systems and processes. In this key role, you’ll ensure that our finance systems support business goals, enable accurate reporting, and promote efficiency through smart automation and best practices. This is a hybrid role working in the Newcastle office 3 days a week and 2 from home. Key Responsibilities: What You’ll Do: Finance Systems Management • Act as the subject matter expert on finance controls and systems. • Collaborate with IT and vendors on system upgrades, enhancements, and troubleshooting. • Ensure data integrity, system reliability, and compliance with financial standards. Process Improvement & Governance • Analyse and streamline finance processes for scalability and efficiency. • Lead automation and digitisation initiatives across finance functions (AP, AR, GL, Fixed Assets). • Develop SOPs and maintain a strong internal control framework. • Support internal and external audit and compliance efforts. Project & Change Management • Lead key finance system and process improvement projects. • Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on-time, in-scope, and on-budget. • Manage system testing, training, and user adoption. Stakeholder Engagement & Training • Act as the bridge between Finance, IT, and other departments. • Provide training and ongoing support to finance system users. •Deliver actionable insights and reporting to senior finance leadership. What You’ll Bring: • Professional finance qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience in financial systems. • 2+ years in finance operations, systems, or process improvement. • Strong understanding of core finance processes (P2P, O2C, R2R). • Hands-on experience with finance transformation or system upgrade projects. • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. • Strong Excel skills; knowledge of Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools is a plus. • Confident communicator with the ability to explain complex systems in simple terms. • A continuous improvement mindset and high attention to detail. Your benefits (Only Applicable for UK Based Roles) Benefits video –https://youtu.be/TCMtTYUUiuU • Generous bonuses and pension scheme: Up to 8% matched pension contribution plus 2% top-up by Sage. • 25 days of paid annual leave with the option to buy up to another 5 days • Paid 5 days yearly to volunteer through our Sage Foundation • Enhanced parental leave • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage • Work away scheme for up to 10 weeks a year • Access to various helpful memberships for finances, health and wellbeing #LI-CF1 Function: Finance Operations Country: United Kingdom Office Location: Newcastle Work Place type: Hybrid Advert Working at Sage means you’re supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions. Our colleagues are the best of the best. It’s why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential. Learn more about working at Sage:sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/working-at-sage/ Watch a video about our culture:youtube.com/watch?v=qIoiCpZH-QE We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out atcareers@sage.com. Learn more about DEI at Sage:sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Sage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Sage will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Sage does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.