Systems Accountant

About the Role

As a technical Finance Systems Accountant for the Technology One ERP system program, to support the stabilisation and development of the One Council solution, ensuring the effective design, implementation, maintenance, and optimisation of finance processes within the Council's enterprise systems.

The role bridges finance and technology, providing specialist expertise in system configuration, data integrity, integrations, and reporting, with a particular focus on maximising the value of the One Council platform and supporting continuous improvement across financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

Support the configuration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the ERP finance modules (e.g. GL, Budget & Forecasting, AP, AR, Assets, Procurement).
Act as a subject matter expert for One Council, ensuring the system is aligned to business requirements and statutory reporting needs.
Identify and deliver system enhancements, automation opportunities, and process efficiencies.
Work closely with Finance, Procurement, HR, and IT teams to translate business requirements into system solutions.
Support the design and implementation of end-to-end finance processes (e.g. P2P) within the ERP.
Provide technical input into policy changes, ensuring system feasibility and compliance.
Support ERP development phases including design, testing (SIT/UAT), data migration, and go-live.
Act as a point of contact for policy and procedure‑related queries during transition, hyper care, and early BAU operation.
Ensure effective change control, documentation, and release management processes.

About You

You will be a proactive and detail-focused finance professional with strong project delivery experience. Must have administrator/developer level skills with One Council system.

Essential

Qualified CCAB or actively studying towards obtaining either CCAB (preferably CIPFA), CIMA, CFA, or ACT and expected to qualify within the next 6 months.
Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience drafting policy documentation and procedure notes for finance/ERP systems & functionality
Experience in working collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels, including senior management teams
Experience supporting with project delivery for Finance System implementations
Technical finance experience in areas such as Asset/Capital Accounting, Taxation, Budget & Forecasting
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate with a range of stakeholders, both internally and externally
Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and drive implementation
Ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders
Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively in a changing environment
Results-driven, with a focus on achieving outcomes and delivering impact

If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance