Finance Data Project Lead needed at Mayfly Agri Ltd

• A well-established London-based firm specializing in corporate finance, tax, and accounting is seeking the above to be responsible for overseeing the continuous implementation and optimization of accounting and financial systems across multiple projects, ensuring efficient workflows, accurate data migration, and effective collaboration between finance, IT, and operational teams.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or Business Management
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting is highly advantageous
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is highly advantageous
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in financial system implementation or accounting process transformation
• Must have a strong understanding of accounting principles, chart of accounts structures, and financial reporting frameworks
• Demonstrated success managing software rollouts in professional services or financial environments
• Proficiency in leading platforms such as Sage Intacct, Xero, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Business Central, or SAP Business One

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Planning, managing, and delivering end-to-end implementation of accounting and financial systems across multiple projects.
• Collaborating with partners, accountants, and IT teams to assess requirements, define workflows, and tailor systems to operational needs.
• Leading system migration efforts — including data mapping, validation, and reconciliation.
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables with structured reporting to stakeholders.
• Coordinating user acceptance testing (UAT) and training for staff to ensure confident adoption.
• Developing process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and post-implementation support plans.
• Identifying opportunities for automation, integration, and efficiency improvements within accounting workflows.
• Liaising with software vendors and consultants for customization, technical support, and system upgrades.