Senior Finance Systems & Processes Analyst

At NPL, we set the standards by which the world is measured. Our work underpins solutions to global challenges — from tackling climate change and advancing medical breakthroughs to enabling next-generation communications technology. 

Our Finance team plays a critical role in shaping NPL’s success. By partnering across the organisation, we create a clear strategy and vision, monitor performance, and provide insights that drive informed decisions and sustainable growth. 

We’re looking for a Senior Finance Systems & Process Analyst who will lead the optimisation of our finance systems, ensuring they support accurate reporting, strong controls, and efficient processes across the organisation. Someone who naturally spots opportunities for improvement and enjoys working with both technical teams and finance colleagues to deliver meaningful change.

 What you’ll be doing:

• Leading system and process improvement initiatives across the Finance function, identifying opportunities to automate, streamline and enhance financial workflows.
• Acting as the subject matter expert for Finance systems (e.g., ERP, reporting tools), overseeing configuration, upgrades and integrations.
•  Providing high quality analysis to support decision making, including data modelling, reporting and insight generation. quality analysis to support decision making, including data modelling, reporting and insight generation.
•  Working closely with Finance, IT and wider business teams to ensure system design meets operational and commercial needs.
•  Ensuring strong financial controls, data integrity and compliance are embedded across all system-driven processes. 
•  Supporting change management activities, including training, documentation and stakeholder engagement.

What you can bring to the role:

• Good knowledge of Microsoft D365 system
• Experience working in a Finance department.
• A Finance degree or equivalent
• A solid understanding of core finance processes and data flows (GL, AP/AR, fixed assets, budgeting, month end including Cost Accounting)
• Ability to work at pace, using time management skills to keep on track of multiple deliverables.
• Experience of working on a D365 implementation
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
• Be self-motivated and results driven

We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that nationality, residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process. To work at NPL, you will need to obtain BPSS security clearance.  

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical. 

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK. Find out more about what it is like working here - The measure of us - Overview
 
NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.
 
At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we ensure we’re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome. More about this on our Diversity & Inclusion page.
 
We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range of rewards, benefits and recognition. Our values are at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success. To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please contact us.