University of Bradford School of Computing and Engineering
ERP Systems Manager (Finance) - Grade 8 *
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ERP Systems Manager (Finance) - Grade 8
Professional Services
Finance, Planning, Property and Commercial Operations
Salary: £41,064 to £46,049 per annum
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: Thursday 23 July 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: HR0201071
This job is only available to University of Bradford staff. It may be released externally should we not appoint internally.
University of Bradford
At the University of Bradford, our focus is on creating the conditions for social, cultural, and economic impact. We are committed to social inclusion. Our work to expand opportunity and enable students to reach their potential, has led to us topping the Social Mobility Index of English universities for the last two years. Our University Strategy sets out our ambitions for 2025, which we will achieve by using our proud heritage as a springboard and remaining steadfast in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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Directorate
The role sits within Finance, Planning and Performance, in the Data Governance & Systems team. This area plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, integrity, and effective use of data and systems across the University, supporting decision-making, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement through optimised systems, configuration and automation.
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What You Will Be Doing
This is a key role within the Data Governance & Systems team, responsible for the effective management, development and continuous improvement of the University’s Finance, HR and Payroll ERP systems.
You Will
- Lead the day-to-day functional management of the University’s ERP systems, ensuring they are reliable, well-configured and aligned to business needs
- Provide expert advice on ERP functionality, workflows and best practice to colleagues across Finance, HR and Professional Services
- Oversee system configuration, upgrades, testing and change processes, working closely with IT Services to ensure robust and controlled delivery
- Manage core system data structures, including organisational hierarchies, financial controls and workflow approvals, ensuring accuracy and consistency
Qualifications/ Experience
- Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline such as business, finance, HR, or information systems
- Significant experience working with ERP systems (Finance and/or HR) in a large or complex organisation
- Experience of system configuration, workflows, data structures and business process support within ERP environments
- Strong understanding of Finance operational processes (e.g. payroll, budgeting, procurement)
In Return We Offer
- 25 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas)
- Family-friendly policies
- Great campus facilities including:
- Unique fitness centre
- Eye clinic
- Physiotherapy & sports rehabilitation
- Counselling & mental health services
- On site nursery
- Food & drink outlets
- Generous employer contribution pension schemes - Universities Superannuation Scheme
- Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts
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Additional Information
If you would like to find out more or are interested in applying, please message, email or call Heather Firth, Student Systems Manager, on h.j.firth@bradford.ac.uk or 01274 235557, we would love to hear from you.
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