Finance Systems and Automation Lead

Argus is where smart people belong and where they can grow. We answer the challenge of illuminating markets and shaping new futures.

What we’re looking for

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Finance Systems and Automation Lead to drive the transformation of finance operations through intelligent automation and advanced technologies. This role will focus on streamlining core workflows such as Order-to-Cash (O2C), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Record-to-Report (R2R), embedding AI-driven solutions, and leveraging Microsoft Power Platform and other tools to future-proof our finance processes. Your mission is to reduce cycle times, improve data accuracy and controls, and unlock efficiency through automation, AI agents, and robust integrations

The successful candidate will collaborate with finance stakeholders to identify automation opportunities, design scalable solutions, and integrate AI agents (including Microsoft Copilot) into the finance tech stack to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control.

What will you be doing

Solution Development:

· Build and maintain custom applications using Power Apps, automate workflows with Power Automate

· Build and maintain dashboards and reports in Power BI to improve visibility of key finance metrics.

· Integrate solutions with ERP, CRM, and external APIs for seamless data flow and workflow engines; improve master data quality and reconciliation.

AI Integration:

· Embed Microsoft Copilot and other AI tools into finance workflows to improve automation logic and user experience.

· Design and implement Copilot Studio solutions for predictive insights and anomaly detection.

Process Optimisation:

· Partner with finance teams to identify inefficiencies in O2C, P2P, and R2R processes.

· Develop automation strategies that reduce manual effort, improve data accuracy, and strengthen controls.

Stakeholder Engagement:

· Work closely with finance leads and teams to gather requirements and validate solutions.

· Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

Governance & Documentation:

· Maintain best practices for solution architecture, data security, and compliance.

· Document workflows and provide training to end users.

Continuous Improvement:

· Stay current with Power Platform updates, AI trends, and finance transformation strategies.

· Drive adoption of new tools and techniques across the finance organisation.

Skills and Experience

Technical Expertise:

· Extensive experience with Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, ideally in a finance or enterprise environment.

· Proven track record of building complex automations and integrating Microsoft 365 tools (SharePoint, Teams, Dataverse) and external APIs.

AI & Automation Skills:

· Strong understanding of Microsoft Copilot capabilities and experience implementing Copilot Studio solutions.

· Familiarity with AI-driven finance use cases (e.g., smart dunning, anomaly detection, GL coding suggestions).

Finance Knowledge:

· Solid understanding of finance processes such as reconciliations, billings, reporting, budgeting, and compliance.

What’s in it for you

Our rapidly growing, award-winning business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow their careers. Argus recognises and rewards successful performance and as an Investor in People, we promote professional development and retain a high-performing team committed to building our success.

• Competitive salary and company bonus scheme

• Group pension scheme

• Group healthcare and life assurance scheme

• Flexible working environment

• 25 days holiday with annual increase up to 30 days

• Subsidised gym membership

• Season ticket travel loans

• Cycle to work scheme

• Extensive internal and external training

About Argus

Argus is the leading independent provider of market intelligence to the global energy and commodity markets. We offer essential price assessments, news, analytics, consulting services, data science tools and industry conferences to illuminate complex and opaque commodity markets. Headquartered in London with over 1,500 staff, Argus is an independent media organisation with 30 offices in the world’s principal commodity trading hubs.

Companies, trading firms and governments in 160 countries around the world trust Argus data to make decisions, analyse situations, manage risk, facilitate trading and for long-term planning. Argus prices are used as trusted benchmarks around the world for pricing transportation, commodities and energy. Founded in 1970, Argus remains a privately held UK-registered company owned by employee shareholders and global growth equity firm General Atlantic.

Argus is committed to ensuring career and personal growth for all its staff and provides extensive training and career development opportunities, as well as participation in employee-led initiatives, including a women’s network. Our core values are Excellence, Integrity, Partnership and Inclusivity.

For more details about the company and to apply please make sure you upload your CV via our website:

By submitting your job application, you automatically acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and/or disclosure of your personal data to the Company. Argus is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.