Financial ERP Implementation Specialist (Project-Based)

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary The Financial ERP Implementation Specialist is a hands-on, project-based individual contributor responsible for supporting the configuration, testing, and deployment of a financial ERP system. This role partners closely with Finance, IT, and external implementation partners to ensure financial processes are accurately translated into system functionality and successfully delivered within the project timeline. This position focuses on execution, detailed analysis, and functional expertise.

Job Responsibilities Financial ERP Functional Support Serve as a finance subject matter expert (SME) during ERP implementation activities Support functional configuration and validation of financial modules, including: General Ledger Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Fixed Assets Cash Management Document business requirements, process flows, and functional specifications Testing & Data Activities Execute and support system testing activities Validate financial postings, reports, and reconciliations Support data migration activities, including data mapping, validation, and reconciliation Controls, Compliance & Reporting Ensure system design supports accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS) and internal control requirements Validate audit trails, approvals, and segregation of duties within the ERP Support financial reporting and close requirements in the new system Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with Finance, IT, and implementation partners to resolve functional issues Participate in status updates and issue resolution meetings Escalate risks or gaps with clear recommendations and supporting analysis

Job Qualifications Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or related field 5+ years of experience in finance, accounting systems, or ERP implementations Hands-on experience with one or more financial ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday, Dynamics) Strong understanding of core accounting processes and financial close Experience working in project-based or implementation environments

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting ERP implementations as a finance SME or functional analyst Experience with system testing, data conversion, or financial reporting tools

Key Skills & Competencies:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to translate accounting requirements into system functionality High attention to detail and accuracy Effective written and verbal communication skills Comfortable working independently in a deadline-driven project environment We'll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go? A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we've created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It's a culture that won us 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work. We're also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know. We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​​