Systems Accountant (Fixed-Term, 12 Months)

• Annual Salary: Competitive
• Location: London
• Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term Contract

We are seeking a Systems Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract on behalf of a fantastic real estate business in London.

This role is crucial for supporting our Finance, Systems, and Operations Teams in the development, implementation, and migration of data to a new Finance system.

You will play a key role in a dynamic real estate business with ambitious growth plans, providing an opportunity to be involved in a full ERP implementation.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Serve as the day-to-day finance contact for the System, Outsource Finance Team, and other stakeholders.
• Lead finance on system implementation and updates, including addressing fixes and bugs.
• Ensure data integrity and reconciliation by preparing and reviewing reports pre- and post-migration.
• Conduct reporting, analytics, system optimisation, and process improvements.
• Liaise with teams to provide training, guidance, and assistance for month-end reporting.
• Formalise process notes/SOPs for control and compliance.
• Act as the finance lead for internal audits.
• Collaborate with System teams to link the Finance system to other systems within the business.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Must be a fully qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with relevant experience in similar roles.
• Broad overview of finance and in-depth knowledge of general accounting principles.
• Experience working within a systems role, actively involved with system functionality and delivering improvements.
• Strong analytical skills and intermediate level Excel skills.
• Confident communicator and team player, capable of engaging effectively with various stakeholders.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to be part of a significant system implementation in the real estate sector.
• Professional development in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Flexible working arrangement with a four-days a week in the office, one day working from home and flexible working hours.
• Involvement in a project with direct impact on the business operations and growth.

To apply for this Systems Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.