Job DescriptionFinance Systems Analyst (Blackline)FTC - 9 monthsRecruitment Partner: Vyoma Gandhi - vyoma.gandhi@boots.comAbout the roleWe are looking for a keen, driven candidate who wants to be involved in the optimisation of our Blackline system and has an eye for process standardisation and improvement to drive real efficiencies across our finance month end processes. You don't need to already use or understand Blackline but this role will also play a part in the project to rebuild and optimise the system itself.Sitting in the R2R tower in Digital Finance Operations but working closely with and embedded within Finance Development, this is a role of two parts, helping to shape and deliver finance transformation:Firstly, to liaise with finance and business contacts to get to grips with their current processes, identifying inconsistencies and pain points and interrogating the root cause. You'll need to understand how R2R processes fit into the end-to-end business process and map a standardised process accordingly and then help to implement this across the Boots/No7 businesses.Secondly, as we move into a system rebuild phase, you'll need to become an expert in the system and apply your knowledge of the business/finance processes to support the design and build of the new International instance.Key responsibilities· Process mining and mapping - analysing hoe to remove duplication and manual effort· Root cause analysis - understanding and feeding back the real drivers of pain points· Problem solving and solutioning which works for both finance and the business· Implementation of processes and systems in a standardised manner· Liaising with various levels of stakeholders across finance and business· Key point of contact for Blackline and potentially other finance systems as BAUWhat you'll need to have· Experience managing and prioritising a varied workload· Pragmatic, logical and enthusiastic approach to problem solving· Ability to summarise processes and identify key points· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, flexible and adaptable approach· Self-starter - ability to work well on own and as part of a teamIt would be great if you also haveThese are desirable skills or experience and are not essential, so we would welcome applications from candidates that don't match this additional criteria.· Knowledge of Blackline or other finance systems· Some knowledge of finance processes (journals, account reconciliation, month end close) would be advantageous i.e. AAT, book-keeping experience or part-qualified· Experience of using lean techniques or playing a role in a project that aims to simplify processesOur benefitsBoots Retirement Savings PlanDiscretionary annual bonusGenerous employee discountsEnhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a childincluding option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you - find out more at . Exclusions may apply, eligible roles only. Please note, any salary estimates given on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.Why BootsAt Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, with you, we change for the better.What's nextWhere a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide to help you to be at your best.Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.#LI-OnsiteVacancy Reference Number258657BRAreaEast Midlands (non stores)CompanyNon StoresCountyNottinghamshireAirportNoRegionEast MidlandsStoreNottingham Support OfficeFull or Part timeFull-timeDivisionNon StoresContract TypeFixed TermIs this a Global Brands req?NoKeywordssystems, analyst, financeLatitude,longitude 152.927182,-1.183948FunctionFinanceBusiness AreaSupport OfficeShould this vacancy be excluded from being posted onto the Boots.jobs career site?NoHours per week37.5Req Posted Date12-Aug-2025
