Finance Systems Governance Advisor
// Role Summary
Join BAE Systems as a Finance Systems Governance Advisor, managing key finance systems with a focus on ServiceNow and the Delegation of Authority (DOA) service. This role is crucial for ensuring governance, control, and compliance across financial processes.
// Key Responsibilities
- Manage and support the Delegation of Authority (DOA) service and its governance processes.
- Resolve finance system queries using ServiceNow and support system upgrades/changes.
- Monitor compliance with finance system controls and investigate/resolve control issues.
- Collaborate with Finance, IT, and Governance teams to enhance processes and controls.
- Provide evidence for internal/external audits and support user access reviews.
- Experience with ServiceNow and finance systems governance is essential.
// Role Specification
About the Role:
BAE Systems is seeking a Finance Systems Governance Advisor to support the governance, control, and ongoing management of key finance systems. This role has a particular responsibility for the Delegation of Authority (DOA) service, with a significant focus on ServiceNow. You will manage system queries, support governance and compliance activities, contribute to system improvements, and collaborate with Finance, IT, and Governance stakeholders to ensure effective and compliant processes.
Core Duties:
- Manage and support the Delegation of Authority (DOA) service and associated governance processes.
- Manage and resolve finance systems queries through ServiceNow.
- Support system testing, upgrades, and change initiatives, including DOA-related projects.
- Monitor compliance with finance systems controls and report findings.
- Investigate control issues and support the implementation of corrective actions.
- Work with Finance, IT, and Governance teams to improve processes and controls.
- Provide evidence and support for internal and external audits.
- Support user access reviews and other system compliance activities.
Essential Skills & Experience:
- Significant experience using ServiceNow within a systems support, governance, or controls environment.
- Experience working with finance systems governance, controls, and compliance processes.
- Experience identifying and managing risks associated with data, user access, and system changes.
- Experience supporting system testing, enhancements, and change initiatives.
- Understanding of Delegation of Authority (DOA) processes and controls.
- Experience building Microsoft Access databases would be highly advantageous but not essential.
About the Team:
You will join the Head Office Finance team, responsible for the governance, control, and continuous improvement of key finance systems and processes across the business. The team leads the delivery and system support of the Delegation of Authority (DOA) service, with ServiceNow being a key system used in this role. Working across Finance, IT, and Governance functions, the team is involved in various change and improvement projects, offering opportunities to develop expertise in finance systems governance, financial controls, and risk management, while building relationships with senior stakeholders.
Location & Working Arrangements:
This role can be based in Glascoed, Wales or Frimley, Surrey. BAE Systems offers a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements; please discuss specific options with your recruiter for this role.
Security & Export Control:
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. These restrictions can affect your eligibility for certain roles based on factors such as nationality, previous nationalities held, and place of birth. All applicants must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) as a minimum. Many roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, typically requiring 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK, depending on the vetting level.