Financial and Commercial Systems and Data Manager

Job Introduction

At Oxfordshire County Council (OCC), we deliver essential services that make a real difference to the lives of our residents. Our Financial Services team plays a pivotal role in enabling the council to operate effectively, responsibly and sustainably. We provide strategic financial oversight, ensure robust governance and support the delivery of high-quality services across the organisation.

As part of our wider transformation programme, Financial Services is evolving to meet the demands of a modern public sector. We’re streamlining processes, enhancing transparency and embedding a culture of continuous improvement. Whether it’s budget planning, financial reporting or supporting service delivery teams, our work underpins the Council’s ability to make informed decisions and deliver value for money.

Joining our team means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative environment where your expertise will help shape the future of financial management in local government.

As a service we’re committed to recruiting on potential. The details below set out the specifics of the role we’re recruiting for, and we want to encourage anyone with relevant experience to apply. Join OCC and be part of a forward-thinking team transforming financial management through innovation and technology.

What You'll Do

In this pivotal role as Financial and Commercial Systems and Data Manager, you’ll lead the development and optimisation of data-driven processes that power smarter decision-making. From championing analytics and automation to ensuring robust data governance and reporting, you’ll drive innovation and performance improvement. If you're passionate about using technology to unlock insight, drive efficiency, and support public service excellence, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for overseeing the operational management of the technology, systems and data within Finance and Commercial services, including the production of related statutory reports, compliance with corporate information governance requirements and data regulations, and service and corporate related system risks.
• Oversee and manage the further development and maintenance of financial and commercial dashboards, data marts, data models and data catalogues and integrations to support effective delivery of financial management and commercial strategies. Ensuring reporting solutions are designed with end user usability and engagement and subject to robust certification.
• Manage the data and system team, including overseeing delivery of their work and team practices related to data and systems management and stakeholder engagement. Lead on the team’s personal professional development and career pathways, including continued professional development (e.g. professional accountancy, procurement, data management and analysis qualifications), as well as ongoing management of service and corporately identified related skills and capabilities.

What You'll Bring

• Comprehensive knowledge of financial and/or procurement principles and accounting, and contract policies.
• In-depth knowledge of financial and/or procurement systems and software (e.g. Atamis, SAP, Microsoft applications, line of business), with an understanding of user-centred design approaches and latest research related to its application.
• Experience of developing and maintaining financial models and analysis to support a variety of stakeholder needs.
• Experience of managing the development and delivery of financial reporting and data visualisations (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SAP BW, SAP Analytics).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, including proactively collaborating with internal and external partners to deliver service and council priorities.

Before applying, we recommend reviewing the attached job description. It has further information and clear guidance on what we’re looking for.

Could this be you?

What You Can Look Forward To

At OCC, you'll be part of a team that’s not only passionate about what we do, but also about how we do it. We foster a culture of inclusion, respect, and continuous improvement, and we’re proud to offer flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a strong sense of purpose in everything we do.

• Hybrid working - typically 1 day a week in our Oxford office for team collaboration, with flexibility to suit your role and lifestyle 
• Culture of flexible working
• Great learning and development opportunities to support your growth
• Technology to support agile working
• Employee Assistance Programme with health and wellbeing support
• Generous annual leave - up to 30 days plus bank holidays, and an option to 'buy' additional time off
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Local Government Pension Scheme - employer contributions up to 19.9%
• Discounts - local and national offers for shopping and travel

Ready to Apply?

• If you are interested in this role, please submit your application by 30th November 2025.
• When applying, please upload a current CV along with a personal statement. Your statement should explain how your skills and experience match the role, referring to the key requirements in the job description.
• Shortlisting will take place week commencing 1st December 2025.
• Interviews are expected to take place in our central Oxford office on 8th or 9th December 2025. Please note the interview dates listed and keep them free where possible, as we aim to stick to these timelines.
• For informal enquiries or further information about the role, please contact Clair Pollock, Head of Financial Systems and Support on clair.pollock@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to: Safeguarding
Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to: Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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