Systems Accountant

Hybrid in Bristol·Added 1 month ago (last checked 15 Oct)

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Michael Page UK

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Overview

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 a year
About £3,780 - £4,260 a month after tax.
Work mode: Hybrid, Bristol
Contract: Permanent contract
Pension: 7% employer pension

Skills

Requirements

A successful Systems Accountant should have:

Must Have

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
Strong finance systems experience
Stakeholder management across multiple functions
Process improvement and automation experience

Nice to Have

D365 exposure
Power BI experience
Finance transformation project experience
AI/automation exposure

Pay & benefits

Salary between £60,000 and £70,000, dependent on the level of experience.
Performance-based bonus of 10%-14%.
7% pension contribution with cashback options.
Flexible working arrangements - two days per week in West Bristol area.

If you're interested in this role, apply now.People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

The role

Summary

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working at the intersection of finance, systems, data and process improvement. The role will act as the key link between Finance and Transformation teams, helping drive better use of technology, improve reporting capabilities and deliver automation across the finance function.

Act as the link between Finance, Accounting and Transformation teams.
Help the business maximise value from its finance technology.

About Our Client

Our client is a large, private equity-backed UK infrastructure and environmental services business currently investing heavily in technology, data and operational transformation.

Job Description

Act as the finance systems lead, driving the optimisation of D365, Power BI, reporting tools and finance-owned data solutions.
Partner with Finance, Technology and Transformation teams to improve processes, automate activities and enhance reporting capabilities.
Support system enhancements, upgrades and integrations, ensuring finance requirements are captured, tested and successfully delivered.
Improve data quality, reporting visibility and business insight through effective use of data and self-service reporting tools.
Identify opportunities to leverage automation and emerging technologies to increase efficiency across the finance function.
Maintain and enhance reporting models and dashboards, ensuring they remain accurate, controlled and fit for purpose.
Contribute to month-end and core accounting activities while supporting financial controls and governance requirements.
Provide guidance and support to finance users, driving adoption of new tools and best practices across the function.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Systems Accountant should have:

Must Have

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
Strong finance systems experience
Stakeholder management across multiple functions
Process improvement and automation experience

Nice to Have

D365 exposure
Power BI experience
Finance transformation project experience
AI/automation exposure

What's on Offer

Salary between £60,000 and £70,000, dependent on the level of experience.
Performance-based bonus of 10%-14%.
7% pension contribution with cashback options.
Flexible working arrangements - two days per week in West Bristol area.

If you're interested in this role,

About Michael Page UK

Michael Page is a recruitment agency that connects businesses with job seekers, offering services ranging from experienced professional hiring to executive search, scaled recruitment and outsourcing solutions. The company operates globally, with more than 100 offices across 34 countries.

Its teams blend market insights, data and advanced technology to deliver hiring outcomes, and it also publishes career advice and salary guides for job seekers.