Systems Accountant - 10 month contract

This is a 10 month contract for an individual to come in and lead the introduction of an New ERP system from the finance perspective. We are looking for someone with prior experience or this type of project in an SME environment.

This is a manufacturing organisation going through an exciting growth phase. They are based in South Cambridgeshire.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the finance lead on the implementation of a new ERP system,working closely with IT and operational teams.
• Map and migrate financial data from legacy systems to the new ERP platform.
• Design and implement improved financial processes and controls within the new system.
• Support testing, training, and go-live activities to ensure a smooth transition.
• Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting during the post-implementation phase.

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or QBE with strong systems experience.
• Proven track record of involvement in ERP implementations or upgrades (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, NetSuite).
• Excellent understanding of manufacturing finance processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to bridge finance and technical teams.

£70,000 to £75,000 plus benefits

EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this fixed term contract vacancy.