Systems Accountant

The Systems Accountant is a detail-oriented and technically skilled individual responsible for ensuring accurate financial data, seamless system integration, and continuous process improvement through automation and digital transformation.

Core Responsibilities

• Systems Management & Optimization:
• Lead the implementation, optimization, and ongoing management of finance systems (currently Xero).
• Manage integrations, system upgrades, and automation initiatives.
• Oversee data migration, testing, and validation to ensure system integrity.
• Act as the first point of contact for system queries, liaising with IT and system providers.
• Data, Reporting & Analysis:
• Ensure accurate and complete migration of financial data from legacy systems.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance financial reports and dashboards.
• Support month-end processes with system-driven reporting and analytics, including variance analysis and reconciliations.
• Controls, Compliance & Improvement:
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflows and increase automation.
• Ensure financial processes comply with internal controls and regulatory requirements (e.g., VAT, tax compliance).
• Support audit processes with accurate, system-generated data and maintain system controls.
• Collaboration & Support:
• Provide training and ongoing support to the finance team on systems and tools.
• Work closely with Finance, IT, Operations, and Executive Leadership to align systems with business needs.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years' finance experience with at least 2 years in ERP/finance systems implementation or support.
• Qualifications (Preferred): Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Technical Proficiency: Strong technical expertise in finance systems and ERP environments, proficiency in ERP systems, integrations, and advanced Excel.
• Attributes: Analytical mindset, strong project management skills, excellent communication for technical and non-technical stakeholders, and high attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity.