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£36,436 to £42,866
Lead enhancements to our integrated finance systems and drive change projects that improve outcomes across a global organisation
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Remote
£36,436 to £42,866
Full-time
Contract (Two-Year Fixed-Term Contract)

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Job description

Senior Finance Systems & Projects Executive | UK

Make our finance systems work smarter, at scale.

Lead enhancements to our integrated finance systems and drive change projects that improve controls, user experience, and outcomes across a global organisation

Contract: 24-month Fixed-term contract

Salary: £36,436 to £42,866

UK, Senegal (Dakar) or UAE - Specific Local Terms and Conditions Apply

If working from home in the UK with monthly travel to our offices in Haywards Heath, West Sussex PLUS international travel to Asia and Africa.

If based in Senegal (Dakar) or UAE then hybrid working from home and our offices 

What you’ll do

  • Co‑lead the Finance Systems & Projects function, partnering with the Head of Finance Systems & Projects.
  • Own delivery of system/process improvements—planning, researching/benchmarking, stakeholder management, and tracking progress to timelines.
  • Provide expert training and day‑to‑day support to finance systems users; troubleshoot issues with internal and external stakeholders
  • Keep process documentation current and aligned with the Sightsavers Financial Framework.
  • Oversee maintenance and support for accounting, procurement, expenses, banking and related finance software within a robust control framework
  • Plan and refresh training/eLearning so users have the right tools and guidance for their roles.
  • Support global adoption of new finance processes through clear communication and engagement.

Some international travel (Africa/Asia/UK) may be required—up to ~5 weeks per year

What you’ll bring

  • Part‑qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/ACMA) or equivalent experience; newly qualified welcome.
  • Significant finance experience with a strong systems component; project management in a finance environment is desired.
  • Strong grasp of accounting principles and controls; advanced knowledge of mid‑range accounting systems (ideally SUN Accounts).
  • Familiarity with eProcurement/financial reporting (ideally Proactis); experience building/managing system interfaces.
  • Comfortable working in complex international contexts and the charity regulatory environment.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and documentation skills; organised, delivery‑focused, and logical problem solver.
  • A clear commitment to equality of opportunity for disabled people.

Please note that you must have the relevant existing and ongoing Right to Work for the duration of this contract as Sightsavers is unable to sponsor visas. This role must be worked from the UK, Dakar, Senegal or UAE for contractual and legal reasons. Please see the job description for full details

Closing date: Monday 2 February at 12:00pm noon GMT (UK)

Application resources
Organisation
Sightsavers View profile Organisation type Registered Charity
Refreshed on: 01 February 2026
Closing date: 02 February 2026 at 11:30
Job ref: 1594
Tags: Finance, IT, Training / Learning, Project Management, Accounting

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