Cutover Manager - Warwickshire Outside IR35 Hybrid working A leading client in Warwickshire seeks a Cutover Manager to lead end-to-end cutover planning and execution for a complex Workday migration. The role involves managing the transition from legacy systems to Workday, ensuring business continuity and minimal disruption. You will coordinate with implementation partners, business teams, system integrators, and technical staff throughout all cutover phases. Required Skills and Experience: Cutover Manager experience with large-scale Workday implementation or migration, ideally in multiple areas (HR, Finance, Payroll) Strong ERP or SaaS cutover background Expertise in cutover methodologies and contingency planning Exceptional stakeholder management and communication, able to influence executives Cross-functional team coordination between business and IT Strong project/programme management, governance, and risk control Familiarity with data migration concepts and tools Ability to perform under pressure in fast-paced environments Interested?! Send your up-to-date CV to (url removed) for review. Not interested?! Do you know anyone that might be? Refer a friend for this role to earn 250 worth of vouchers.
Sep 03, 2025
Contractor
Cutover Manager - Warwickshire Outside IR35 Hybrid working A leading client in Warwickshire seeks a Cutover Manager to lead end-to-end cutover planning and execution for a complex Workday migration. The role involves managing the transition from legacy systems to Workday, ensuring business continuity and minimal disruption. You will coordinate with implementation partners, business teams, system integrators, and technical staff throughout all cutover phases. Required Skills and Experience: Cutover Manager experience with large-scale Workday implementation or migration, ideally in multiple areas (HR, Finance, Payroll) Strong ERP or SaaS cutover background Expertise in cutover methodologies and contingency planning Exceptional stakeholder management and communication, able to influence executives Cross-functional team coordination between business and IT Strong project/programme management, governance, and risk control Familiarity with data migration concepts and tools Ability to perform under pressure in fast-paced environments Interested?! Send your up-to-date CV to (url removed) for review. Not interested?! Do you know anyone that might be? Refer a friend for this role to earn 250 worth of vouchers.
Own end-to-end program delivery for multi-workstream finance/tax initiatives (e.g., compliance transformations, ERP/ERP-tax engine integrations, statutory reporting upgrades) with clear scope, timelines, and success metrics. Partner with Finance, Tax, and IT leaders to translate regulatory and accounting requirements (IFRS/US GAAP, direct/indirect tax, e-invoicing, transfer pricing) into executable roadmaps, managing dependencies, risks, and change impacts. Lead governance & controls : run steering committees, track budget/ROI, ensure auditability, and maintain strong internal controls (SOX-ready documentation, policies, and testing evidence). Drive execution excellence : manage vendors and cross-functional teams, implement agile/iterative delivery where suitable, oversee UAT/data readiness, and ensure high-quality cutovers and business adoption. Report and communicate program health to executives with clear dashboards, escalate issues early, and champion continuous improvement across processes, data, and tooling (e.g., SAP/Oracle, tax engines like Vertex/ONESOURCE, Power BI).
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Own end-to-end program delivery for multi-workstream finance/tax initiatives (e.g., compliance transformations, ERP/ERP-tax engine integrations, statutory reporting upgrades) with clear scope, timelines, and success metrics. Partner with Finance, Tax, and IT leaders to translate regulatory and accounting requirements (IFRS/US GAAP, direct/indirect tax, e-invoicing, transfer pricing) into executable roadmaps, managing dependencies, risks, and change impacts. Lead governance & controls : run steering committees, track budget/ROI, ensure auditability, and maintain strong internal controls (SOX-ready documentation, policies, and testing evidence). Drive execution excellence : manage vendors and cross-functional teams, implement agile/iterative delivery where suitable, oversee UAT/data readiness, and ensure high-quality cutovers and business adoption. Report and communicate program health to executives with clear dashboards, escalate issues early, and champion continuous improvement across processes, data, and tooling (e.g., SAP/Oracle, tax engines like Vertex/ONESOURCE, Power BI).
Project Manager - Business Readiness (Contract) Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Warwick/Hybrid (2 days on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Overview We are seeking a highly organised and experienced Transition Project Manager / Business Readiness lead to support the planning, coordination, and execution of business readiness transition activities required to implement the new Monarch SCADA system. This role will work closely with the Cutover and Transition Lead and other key stakeholders to ensure a smooth and risk-managed transition to the target state. Key Responsibilities: End-to-End Readiness Planning: Develop and manage the readiness plan, including pre and post Cutover and transition planning activities, ensuring alignment with programme timelines and interdependencies. Operational Readiness Coordination: Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness, including business units, IT change management, and support functions. Business Process Implementation: Oversee the implementation of new business processes and ways of working associated with the Monarch SCADA system, ensuring effective integration and transition into daily operations (BAU). Risk Management: Identify and communicate risks related to Transition and Cutover activities, driving status updates and managing issue resolution. Monitoring and Reporting: Provide regular updates to programme governance forums on the status of user adoption, operational readiness activities, and change management processes, including any identified risks or issues that require escalation. Post-Implementation Reviews: Conduct post-implementation reviews after each event to capture lessons learned and track and maintain issue logs through to resolution. Business Continuity Exercises: Plan and conduct business continuity exercises to ensure that all operational teams are prepared for the transition and can effectively respond to potential disruptions. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experiencein project managing complex IT pr ects and transitions. Experience with business readiness activities for enterprise digitalisation IT or ERP programmes. Strong understanding of project and change management principles. Demonstrated ability to coordinate across multiple workstreams to create and manage detailed plans. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills. Ability to work under pressure and lead through ambiguity and tight deadlines. Familiarity with project tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, JIRA, or similar. PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification. Preferred Qualifications/Experience: Prior involvement in business transformation or large-scale IT implementation programmes. Understanding of ITIL and service transition best practices. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Project Manager - Business Readiness (Contract) Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Warwick/Hybrid (2 days on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Overview We are seeking a highly organised and experienced Transition Project Manager / Business Readiness lead to support the planning, coordination, and execution of business readiness transition activities required to implement the new Monarch SCADA system. This role will work closely with the Cutover and Transition Lead and other key stakeholders to ensure a smooth and risk-managed transition to the target state. Key Responsibilities: End-to-End Readiness Planning: Develop and manage the readiness plan, including pre and post Cutover and transition planning activities, ensuring alignment with programme timelines and interdependencies. Operational Readiness Coordination: Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness, including business units, IT change management, and support functions. Business Process Implementation: Oversee the implementation of new business processes and ways of working associated with the Monarch SCADA system, ensuring effective integration and transition into daily operations (BAU). Risk Management: Identify and communicate risks related to Transition and Cutover activities, driving status updates and managing issue resolution. Monitoring and Reporting: Provide regular updates to programme governance forums on the status of user adoption, operational readiness activities, and change management processes, including any identified risks or issues that require escalation. Post-Implementation Reviews: Conduct post-implementation reviews after each event to capture lessons learned and track and maintain issue logs through to resolution. Business Continuity Exercises: Plan and conduct business continuity exercises to ensure that all operational teams are prepared for the transition and can effectively respond to potential disruptions. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experiencein project managing complex IT pr ects and transitions. Experience with business readiness activities for enterprise digitalisation IT or ERP programmes. Strong understanding of project and change management principles. Demonstrated ability to coordinate across multiple workstreams to create and manage detailed plans. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills. Ability to work under pressure and lead through ambiguity and tight deadlines. Familiarity with project tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, JIRA, or similar. PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification. Preferred Qualifications/Experience: Prior involvement in business transformation or large-scale IT implementation programmes. Understanding of ITIL and service transition best practices. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment.
Finance Systems Consultant - Oracle Fusion ERP Implementation 12-Month FTC - Competitive Salary Leicester - Hybrid VIQU are searching for a Finance Systems Consultant to join a major transformation programme, implementing Oracle Fusion ERP into Finance. This role offers the chance to shape how financial reporting is designed, configured, and delivered across a FTSE-100 retail business. You'll play a key part in replacing AP, AR and GL, and in building the reporting framework that underpins divisional P&L streaming. Key Responsibilities Contribute to the design, configuration, and build of Finance reports using Oracle Fusion EPM Attend and support design workshops alongside the Business Solution Lead Manager Document design decisions and complete design workbooks Support business impact assessments and coordinate with reporting and GL teams Input into training, testing, cutover planning, and execution Provide user training information to support change management and adoption Deliver warranty support and monitor risks with controls in place Work closely with Finance, Change, Data Migration, and Reporting teams to ensure successful implementation Key Requirements Strong understanding of margin reporting and use of data for analysis and reporting Experience implementing change with a focus on controls and automation Previous experience with large ERP systems (Oracle Fusion preferred) Ability to self-manage, prioritise, and handle multiple parallel tasks Strong organisational and analytical skills Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, or Google Presentation tools Desirable Exposure to Oracle Fusion ERP implementation Familiarity with analytical tools such as Power BI and cloud-based data platforms Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Aaron Chiverton via the VIQU IT website or at Do you know someone great? We'll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Finance Systems Consultant - Oracle Fusion ERP Implementation 12-Month FTC - Competitive Salary Leicester - Hybrid VIQU are searching for a Finance Systems Consultant to join a major transformation programme, implementing Oracle Fusion ERP into Finance. This role offers the chance to shape how financial reporting is designed, configured, and delivered across a FTSE-100 retail business. You'll play a key part in replacing AP, AR and GL, and in building the reporting framework that underpins divisional P&L streaming. Key Responsibilities Contribute to the design, configuration, and build of Finance reports using Oracle Fusion EPM Attend and support design workshops alongside the Business Solution Lead Manager Document design decisions and complete design workbooks Support business impact assessments and coordinate with reporting and GL teams Input into training, testing, cutover planning, and execution Provide user training information to support change management and adoption Deliver warranty support and monitor risks with controls in place Work closely with Finance, Change, Data Migration, and Reporting teams to ensure successful implementation Key Requirements Strong understanding of margin reporting and use of data for analysis and reporting Experience implementing change with a focus on controls and automation Previous experience with large ERP systems (Oracle Fusion preferred) Ability to self-manage, prioritise, and handle multiple parallel tasks Strong organisational and analytical skills Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, or Google Presentation tools Desirable Exposure to Oracle Fusion ERP implementation Familiarity with analytical tools such as Power BI and cloud-based data platforms Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Aaron Chiverton via the VIQU IT website or at Do you know someone great? We'll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
