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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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