Systems Accountant

The Systems Accounts will be a strong business partner who is responsible for managing the financial systems implementation and management throughout the Group, including the new Group ERP system and financial planning system.

They will work closely with the (FP&A) and Financial Accounting teams to ensure systems and reporting are consistent across the Group and meet the requirements of the new Group reporting structure.

Client Details

My client is a world renowned organisation that's products and services are available in over 50 countries internationally and have employees in 9 countries with sites and subsidiaries in the UK, Europe & Asia. Having grown significantly in recent years, both organically and through acquisitions.

Description

• Provide extensive subject matter expertise in the finance systems to support and enhance the solution and to be a consistent and approachable point of contact for stakeholders
• Act as a business partner to evaluate and develop business processes and propose and implement solutions to business system problems
• Manage the ongoing roll out of New projects and FP&A systems and the Group chart of accounts, including new entities, and understand the data flow between accounting systems
• Developing best practice and ensuring consistency in finance system processes across the Group, to include system permission compliance with delegated authorities and approval limits and ensuring the segregation of duties
• Provide on-boarding support to any new companies acquired, ensuring their reporting structures are brought in line with the Group structure
• Assist with the continuous improvement of Group financial reporting through automation of processes, integration of multiple data sets and cross-functional system interfaces (e. payroll)
• Support the Group Finance Manager with the month end, budget and forecast consolidation process as required
• Support the Group Finance Manager with the introduction of updated Group policies, procedures, accounting and disclosures throughout the finance team as required

Profile

Recognised accountancy qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)

Experience of large ERP systems

Strong IT skills including Microsoft office

Highly advanced levels of excel skills

Previous experience working in manufacturing organisations desirable

Job Offer

Highly competitive salary and bonus plan

Hybrid working environment

The opportunity to work for a growing organisation with real personal progression pathways

As the role is a newly created role you will be given the autonomy to make the role your own.