Finance Lead Subject Matter Expert

FCDO SERVICES

Finance Lead Subject Matter Expert

38,332 - 39,558 plus a location allowance of 1,750 and excellent benefits

Based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes with the flexibility of 60% hybrid work

Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park

At FCDO Services we protect the UKs interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission were on. In our world, it all matters.

At any moment in time, we have hundreds of active projects around the world, each with varying revenue streams. Our Finance team not only take great pride to understand the value in the financial management of these projects, they ensure everything is compliant with the National Audit Office to help deliver year end accounts to Parliament.

Trusted, commercially successful, and always growing. This is Finance with a twist, now, youve got the opportunity to join them.

Accounting for the nations interests.

Striking the perfect balance.

Creating value in your work.

It all matters.

Develop and grow your career with our international finance operation

When you join our friendly and collaborative Finance System team as Finance Lead Subject Matter Expert, youll be responsible for supporting our Oracle Financial modules and managing change. Leading on Fixed Assets, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, General Ledger, reporting and Oracle Time and Labour, youll also focus on the delivery of medium sized projects, and ensure that the teams expertise and skills are fully and appropriately developed to enable them to support their work.

Youll have a wide range of further responsibilities these include managing, developing and aiding the personal progression of a B3 SME, and ensuring you keep abreast of changes in the FCDO Services business environment and functional Oracle developments. Always on hand to offer Helpdesk assistance as you answer queries and provide expert guidance to our organisations Hera users, youll be ready to develop friendly working relationships with other SMEs, key business associates and external stakeholders. Also, in addition to being committed to ensuring that Hera change control processes are followed at all times, youll manage your own professional development, and enhance your knowledge of the Oracle Financials applications used by FCDO Services.

Deliver quality finance expertise with an organisation that defends the UKs security

To be a success in this important role you should have well developed experience of working in a finance function, good practical understanding of at least two Oracle Finance modules, the ability to manage business change, and be part qualified CCAB, CIMA or their equivalent. A confident verbal and written communicator, you should also be a collaborative and highly motivated team worker.

Staff management experience would be desirable, as would some familiarity with project management and the commercial world. In addition, an up-to-date understanding of Artificial Intelligence would be an advantage, as would knowledge of tax and financial accounting and experience of working in a project delivery organisation with a diverse range of colleagues and stakeholders.

Discover the support you need to grow your career further

But were always looking to improve just like you. Thats why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, excellent holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, youll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.

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Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If youre successful in your application, well ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Security Check (SC) clearance. You can find out more about vetting at fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/

To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

Closing date: 17th June 2026

It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world

The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know youre welcome and valued. Its what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why were recognised as a Carer Confident workplace. And its how you know youre joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.