Systems Accountant

About the Business

An opportunity to be a Systems Accountant for purpose-led organisation based in Bromsgrove. The role offers flexible working hours as well as hybrid working (3 days a week). The role is perfect for a hard-working and dedicated individual who has experience implementing and optimising finance systems.

Main Duties:

As a Systems Accountant, your main duties include:

• Lead the day-to-day management and development of finance systems, ensuring accuracy, reliability and optimal performance.
• Act as the primary contact for external technology partners, overseeing maintenance, upgrades, issue resolution and system enhancements.
• Drive the implementation of system improvements, automation and AI-enabled tools to streamline finance processes, reporting and reconciliations.
• Monitor system performance, proactively identifying risks, control improvements and efficiency opportunities.
• Oversee the management accounting team and the timely production of monthly management accounts.
• Review and optimise end-to-end finance processes, developing clear documentation and strengthening controls.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity and accessibility of finance data across systems, supporting improved forecasting, analysis and decision-making.
• Develop enhanced reporting and dashboards while maintaining strong governance, auditability and compliance.
• Partner with finance and operational stakeholders to deliver practical, user-focused system solutions and provide training on new tools and processes.
• Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with regulatory, data protection and organisational standards.
• Support audit activity and provide assurance over system controls, data quality and risk management.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of technology and data policies.

Location / Office / Culture

The role is super flexible, with hybrid working (3 days in the office) and flexibility around working hours. The business fosters a culture of collaboration, transparency and continuous development, where finance professionals are encouraged to influence and add value.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified is preferred but not essential.
• Strong understanding of core finance processes and finance systems architecture.
• Proven experience implementing, upgrading, or supporting finance systems.
• Demonstrated success in driving process automation and system-enabled efficiencies within finance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.

Why Join the business

• Super Flexible working
• Work for a business that contributes positively to society
• Great managers to learn from
• Opportunity to progress within the business

About Us

We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly.

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