Systems Accountant
- Recruiter
- Lloyd Barnes Accountancy Recruitment
- Location
- England, Devon, Exeter
- Salary
- £35,000 - £40,000 per annum + excellent benefits package
- Posted
- 22 Oct 2018
- Closes
- 29 Oct 2018
- Ref
- RD13193
- Contact
- Rachel Dawson
- Job Title
- Accountant
- Category
- Business Services
- Experience Levels
- Qualified Accountant
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
A dynamic, Exeter-based business services company are looking for an experienced systems accountant to help support with the delivery of their ongoing projects on a full-time, permanent contract.
Responsibilities of your new role
Reporting directly into the Financial Controller, your primary duties as systems accountant will be to manage projects and work with the finance reporting team to identify and implement systems improvements.
Other key responsibilities of the systems accountant will include:
- Planning, monitoring and managing internal projects from initiation through to completion;
- Managing risk and uncertainty through informed decision making;
- Lead project planning, progress reporting, and troubleshooting;
- Ensuring project results meet requirements regarding technical quality, reliability, schedule and cost;
- Monitoring performance and recommend schedule changes;
- Managing costs within the project budget allocated;
- Working closely with project sponsors, agree frequency and content of updates; and
- Ensuring accurate and reliable accounting and reporting.
Requirements
The successful systems accountant will demonstrate the following skills, qualifications and experience:
- ACA / ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant;
- Experience of managing multiple projects at any one time;
- Sound persuading and influencing skills;
- Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills;
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse, understand and explain complex requirements to both financial and non-financial individuals;
- Able to work at a relatively fast pace and manage interruptions; and
- Good relationship builder with strong team working and coaching skills.
Salary and benefits
On top of an annual salary of £35,000 - £40,000, the systems accountant will enjoy an outstanding benefits package which includes:
- Bonus.
- Excellent pension scheme.
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays.
Next steps
Apply now to register your interest in this fantastic systems accountant position in Exeter.