Systems Accountant

Your new company Hays are delighted to be supporting a leading UK-based charitable organisation dedicated to preserving and enhancing a significant national infrastructure. With a mission rooted in sustainability and community enrichment, this organisation manages a complex operational and financial landscape, offering a dynamic and purpose-driven environment for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact. Your new role As a Senior Systems Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in transforming the organisation's financial systems landscape. This is a senior, hands-on position responsible for leading the migration from a legacy ERP system to a modern finance platform over a multi-year programme. You will collaborate across Finance, IT, HR, and Operations to streamline processes, enhance data integrity, and improve reporting capabilities.Key responsibilities include:

• Leading ERP system selection, implementation, and integration.
• Managing financial systems operations and upgrades.
• Driving process improvements and automation.
• Ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
• Supporting business intelligence initiatives using tools like Power BI.
• Providing training and support to finance teams.

What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role, you will need:

• A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• At least 5 years' experience in financial systems or data analysis.
• Proven expertise in SAP FI (ECC6) and large-scale system implementations.
• Strong skills in Power BI and Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Desirable attributes include experience in process design, automation, and a control-oriented approach to financial systems.What you'll get in return You'll join a forward-thinking organisation at a critical point in its digital transformation journey. This role offers:

• The opportunity to lead a high-impact ERP transformation.
• A collaborative and values-driven working culture.
• Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• A competitive salary and benefits package aligned with middle management level.
• The chance to contribute to a nationally significant mission with real social value.
• Salary of up to £65,000
• Flexible / Remote-based working

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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