ERP Implementation – Finance Job at London Full Time

FINANCE CONSULTANT – UK – Job Description

Location

London, United Kingdom

Reporting To

Delivery Manager / Implementation Head

Job Summary

Xpedeon is a global SaaS + ERP platform serving the Construction and Engineering industry. We are seeking a hands-on Finance & Payroll Implementation Consultant with strong UK construction accounting experience to lead financial ERP implementations for our UK clients.

This role focuses on configuring finance modules, ensuring CIS-compliant payroll, enabling accurate project costing, and driving successful client go-lives. The ideal candidate will combine deep finance domain expertise with ERP implementation capability, working closely with client finance teams to translate business processes into system workflows.

Why Join Xpedeon

• Lead finance ERP implementations for major UK construction clients

• Apply construction accounting expertise in a technology consulting role

• Engage with senior finance stakeholders and project leadership

• Contribute to digital transformation across the construction sector

• High-impact role in a growing global SaaS organization

Key Responsibilities

ERP Financial Configuration

• Implement Xpedeon financial modules including Accounts, Billing, AP/AR, Job Costing, Payroll, CIS, and Project Accounting

• Configure finance workflows aligned to client business structures and controls

Payroll & CIS Setup

• Configure weekly payroll cycles, CIS deductions, and subcontractor schemes

• Ensure HMRC compliance workflows and reporting accuracy

Chart of Accounts & Project Costing

• Design financial structures including ledgers, WIP tracking, retention accounting, project budgets, and cost heads

• Align system setup with project-based accounting practices

Data Migration & Validation

• Migrate master and transactional data including ledgers, vendor/subcontractor records, and payroll history

• Validate data accuracy, reconciliations, and balances

Client Requirement Mapping

• Lead discovery workshops with finance teams

• Translate business rules into system configurations and process flows

UAT, Testing & Validation

• Manage end-to-end testing, reconciliation checks, WIP validation, and payroll accuracy

• Ensure system readiness for deployment

User Training & Adoption

• Conduct training sessions for finance users on modules, reports, and workflows

• Drive system acceptance and smooth onboarding

Go-Live & Post-Deployment Support

• Manage go-live activities and issue resolution

• Troubleshoot financial discrepancies and optimize processes post deployment

Reporting & MIS Automation

• Build dashboards, financial reports, KPI tracking, and period-end reconciliation processes

• Enable automated reporting for finance leadership

Experience and Qualifications

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in UK construction finance or accounting, including payroll exposure

• Strong understanding of project accounting, job costing, WIP, retention, invoicing, AP/AR, and cash flow

ERP & Implementation Capability

• Hands-on experience implementing ERP or financial systems preferred

• Ability to translate finance processes into system configurations

Payroll & CIS Expertise

• Deep knowledge of CIS regulations, HMRC returns, subcontractor deductions, and weekly payroll cycles

Industry Background

• Experience with contractors, house builders, infrastructure, or engineering organizations

Data & Reporting Skills

• Strong Excel and reconciliation skills

• Experience in MIS reporting, financial controls, and audit support

Client-Facing & Consulting Skills

• Ability to lead workshops, train users, and manage stakeholders

• Strong communication and problem-solving capabilities

Education

• ACCA / CIMA / ACA

Location

• London-based