Finance Process Change Specialist

Merlin Entertainments Group; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

What you'll bring to the team

A job with Merlin isn’t like a job anywhere else. With attractions around the world, from rollercoasters to wax figures, we don’t trade in suits, handshakes or briefcases. We trade in fun. In smiles, shrieks and spine-tingles. In Memories. In magic. But there are no tricks behind our magic. Instead, there are people like you. Passionate, dedicated people who are committed to making sure our worldwide attractions and guests’ experiences are the Greatest Place to Work and Play.

Due to continuing growth and development of Merlin’s attractions and brands on a global scale, we are looking for a Finance Process Change Specialist to join our Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term basis. The role will be based in Basingstoke, with just 3 days per week in the office.

As a Finance Process Change Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in Merlin’s Finance Transformation Programme. From streamlining P2P processes to enhancing finance business partnering, your knowledge will help us:

Requirements Gathering & Analysis:

• Spot inefficiencies and craft clear, actionable solutions.
• Document user stories and design process flows.

Solution Design & Recommendations:

• Brainstorm and create innovative solutions.
• Build financial models, reports, and streamlined processes.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with diverse finance teams across the business.
• Ensure alignment between business needs and technical solutions.

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Deliver faster insights with cutting-edge dashboards and reports.
• Identify trends and opportunities using your analytical skills.

Testing, Training, and Support:

• Ensure smooth rollouts with thorough testing and training.
• Provide ongoing support to ensure solutions remain impactful.

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Qualifications & Experience

• You must be a Fully-Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with no exams left to take
• Experience in delivering finance process improvement initiatives is essential
• This is a hands-on role so experience in working with multiple finance systems (preferably NetSuite), with strong Microsoft excel is essential
• Analytical decision-making with a focus on value creation - use insight to seek out opportunities
• Proactive questioning and constructive challenge
• Confident in your ability to learn new systems and get up to speed quickly
• Have a high level of diligence, without losing sight of the overall outcome
• An adaptable and initiative-taking individual with a strong record of delivering results under pressure with tight deadlines
• Open to innovation and alternative approaches - not confined to what has always been done in the past
• Good presentation skills - ability to present complex data / scenarios “cleanly” and “simply”
• Understanding of process efficiency and quality methodologies desirable e.g., Lean / Six Sigma
• Resilience & Adaptability: Able to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment
• This role may involve occasional travel to different office locations
• Flexibility in working hours may be required to meet project deadlines or collaborate with teams in different time zones

Benefits

We’re growing fast and alongside a fun and friendly environment, we offer a fabulous package and amazing prospects – ideal if you’re already fantastic and want to become even better (our magic can help here). Benefits include Pension, Life Assurance, discretionary company bonus, 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, a Merlin Magic Pass which gives you and your friends and family free admission to all of our attractions worldwide, an Enjoy the Ride pass which entitles you and 5 loved ones unlimited entry into your regional attractions, 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants and 40% discount on LEGO, plus lots more!

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

Competitive