Finance Project & Systems Administrator

Our Vacancy

As a Finance Projects & Systems Administrator, you’ll be instrumental in supporting and coordinating a portfolio of transformation projects that optimise finance processes, systems, reporting and policies. You’ll lead the delivery of high-profile annual programmes of work, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful outcomes. Your ability to track deliverables, manage milestones, and maintain transparency will be key to enabling effective project management and change delivery.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings a proactive mindset to problem-solving. You’ll be confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex financial and technical requirements into clear, actionable plans. Your experience in finance administration, project coordination, and documentation will be essential, as will your ability to manage budgets and ensure data integrity throughout.

You’ll need to be in the office for a minimum of 2 days per week.

You’ll be a natural communicator with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences, and you’ll bring gravitas when working with senior stakeholders. Your collaborative spirit and commitment to customer excellence will reflect Peabody’s values, and your passion for driving out inefficiencies will help shape a modernised finance function.

If you’re ready to be an agent for change and help shape the future of finance at Peabody, we’d love to hear from you.

To be a success in this role, you're:

• Experienced in finance or accounting administration, with a strong understanding of how to bridge Finance and IT.
• Skilled in scheduling meetings, managing diaries, and coordinating sessions with ease.
• Capable of coordinating multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
• Ideally a part-qualified accountant, committed to ongoing professional development.
• Knowledgeable in accounting software, with Sun Systems experience (Desirable)

Here are just a few of the benefits of working at Peabody:

30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
two additional paid volunteering days each year flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
4 x salary life assurance
up to 10% pension contribution

Are you ready to apply?

Interviews will be taking place on 7th, 8th, 9th and 10th October 2025.

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Harry at harry.lund@peabody.org.uk
We may close this advert before the advertised closing date, depending on the number of applications received.

PLEASE NOTE: As an employer, Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licenced UK employer.

Attached documents:

• Role Profile - Finance Project & System Administrator.docx