Finance System Analyst

About CEF:

CEF is a global electrical wholesaler, providing electrical products to people in the industry known for its extensive range of products and commitment to customer service. Founded in 1951 in the United Kingdom, it has since expanded to over 1,000 locations across multiple countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe.

We in IT are delivering value to our business and our customers with the innovative solutions that enable our business to better serve our customers today and in the future. We recognise that technology and data are at the forefront of this. 

Our Global IT team deliver a portfolio of transformative work, expand our digital options, upgrade and future-proof our systems to place us at the forefront of the marketplace. 

To do this, we need talented and creative people across all areas to join us in delivering our evolution to enable our forward-thinking business over the next few years and beyond, and this is where you come in... 

Are you passionate about finance technology and excited by transformation? We’re on the lookout for a Finance Systems Analyst to join our Finance IT team as we continue our exciting journey migrating from Microsoft GP to Workday. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of our finance systems during a major transformation programme that spans multiple countries and phases.

Why join us?

As part of a forward-thinking, agile team, you’ll work across both project and BAU streams – driving process improvement, supporting implementation, and contributing to the success of one of the most significant systems transitions in our business to date.

• Leading enhancements to finance systems and refining finance processes (Workday focus)
• Supporting end-to-end delivery of ERP projects, from data migration through to training
• Partnering with internal finance and technology teams as well as third-party providers
• Delivering ongoing change, development and support across core finance areas including AP, AR, GL, Fixed Assets, Tax and Treasury
• Creating training materials and user documentation
• Driving continuous improvement through technical upgrades and smarter ways of working
• Ensuring robust control and governance, including change control and testing

• Proven experience in finance ERP implementations (ideally Workday)
• Hands-on knowledge of data migration, UAT, integrations and process design
• A sharp eye for detail and a strategic mindset
• Excellent communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Tech-savvy and solutions-oriented with solid analytical skills

• Experience in Workday Financials
• Knowledge of consolidation and intercompany accounting
• Technical know-how (SQL, VBA, advanced Excel)

Location:

This role is based in our modern Durham – Janet Nash House or Kenilworth - Georgina Mackie House offices. We operate a hybrid model, but you’ll be expected to be in the office more often than not – typically 3 days per week on site, with flexibility around business needs. Travel to other business sites may also be required.