Opportunity
The project administrator will provide 2nd/3rd tier support to end users and finance teams for project administration within our core finance system D365 Finance and Operations.
In addition to the above you will also be a key team member in Finance Systems support team assisting with 3rd tier support to end users as well as supporting finance system analysts/technicians for core finance applications including Dynamics 365. The management of the team is supported by the Finance Systems Manager (Tony Staples) with a direct reporting line into Global Finance.
Our work in the Finance Systems Team
This is an evolving team which aims to support core finance applications and provide high quality financial reporting and analysis to a global, fast-paced professional services business. A recent finance systems migration to Microsoft Dynamics has created both opportunities and challenges to make a difference and drive positive change to the business.
The finance systems team provides global support to 24+ offices located geographically from Americas through to Asia. This role will also work closely with members of the Global Finance Team delivering strategic objectives from the new ERP system.
The demands being placed on the finance systems team are growing both in terms of volume and complexity requiring a team that is committed, flexible and hands-on whilst maintaining the highest standards of professional delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
- Project resource maintenance, including validation groups
- Project delegation maintenance for client services
- Time sheet maintenance and project adjustments
- Project data integrity and maintenance, including workflow issue resolution and adhoc investigation
- D365 user maintenance and setup
- Track incidents, issues, and requests and look for opportunities to introduce efficiencies and reduce resource constraints
- End user development and support, training and knowledge base.
- Support budgeting, forecasting & BI which meet the requirements of the Business.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Monitor the support desk, analyzing trends and weaknesses, recommending opportunities for improvement.
- Work closely with the Finance Systems team to develop and deliver change within the application structure.
- Champion corporate governance and operational best practice.
- Develop and deliver UAT program for incremental testing of software updates.
Project Responsibilities
- Supporting continuous improvement and strategic delivery for system enhancements.
- Identifying and promoting opportunities for change.
- User acceptance testing of system enhancements.
Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies
- Analytical mindset (ability to logically approach problem solving)
- Technical (IT) acumen
- Experience of working within a team towards group objectives
- Desire to improve operational, commercial and technical knowledge
- Desire to work towards a professional qualification
- Experience providing end user support or supporting financial roles
Our Benefits
In addition to life assurance, group income protection, and employer pension contribution, we offer:
- Annual discretionary bonus
- 25 days’ annual leave, excluding bank holidays (plus your Birthday off)
- Private medical cover and employee assistance programme
- Family-friendly policies and tax-free childcare
- Complimentary artisan coffee, tea and snacks, served by our own barista
- Daily breakfast in the café
- Lunch & Learn training sessions
- Cycle 2 work scheme and season ticket loans
- Flexible working, including support with your home working environment
- Eye care, including annual eye tests
- Regular social, cultural and charitable activities
- A comprehensive training and development curriculum
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Maintaining and strengthening a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace are pillars of Brunswick’s culture and key to our future success. Valuing and supporting every colleague as an individual while helping them reach their full potential is critical to attracting and developing our greatest strength – our people. By embracing our differences and diverse perspectives we create richer experiences within our firm and enhance the quality of the ideas and advice that we deliver to our clients.
Brunswick is an equal opportunities employer and our Equal Opportunities Policy is available on request.
About Brunswick Group
Brunswick is a critical issues firm. We advise the world’s leading companies on how to navigate the critical issues they face and engage with their critical stakeholders.
Our purpose is to help our clients play their role in the world more successfully. We help the leaders of the world’s great value-creating organizations operate successfully across the increasingly complex and fast-changing arenas of finance, politics and society at large.
Brunswick is one firm globally, operating as a single profit centre. This allows us to respond seamlessly and effectively to clients’ needs wherever they are in the world.
Background
Founded in London in 1987, Brunswick’s global partnership has grown organically to 27 offices in 18 countries. We began as a M&A and financial communications firm and, over time, expanded our capabilities to provide expert advice to our clients on a range of business critical issues. We invested in new offices, sector teams and practice groups including investor engagement; shareholder activism; governance; regulatory and public affairs, including geopolitical; crisis; litigation; social issues including climate change and diversity, equity and inclusion; cybersecurity, data and privacy; employee engagement; digital communications; opinion research and analysis, and; creative services.
Our CEO is Neal Wolin, based in Washington, D.C. Our Chairman is Sir Alan Parker, based in London.
