Systems Accountant

Reference: 4815996Job ID: 5406309Posted: 2026-07-23Closing date: 2026-10-21Location: GlasgowSalary: 53,000 + (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Manufacturing & Production / Senior Finance QualifiedCompany: HaysConsultant: Jackson McLeodHays office: London-City — 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: 02034650017Email: Jackson.McLeod@hays.comFinance Systems Accountant (Financial Close) Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Benefits PermanentAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join a large international organisation as a Finance Systems Accountant, taking ownership of a market-leading financial close and reconciliation platform within a complex, multi-entity finance environment. This role is ideal for a finance professional with experience of Trintech ADRA, BlackLine, FloQast, OneStream, Oracle Account Reconciliation or similar Record-to-Report (R2R) technology. You will play a critical role in ensuring efficient month-end close processes, robust financial controls and continuous improvement across the finance function.The RoleAs the subject matter expert for the financial close platform, you will be responsible for the administration, governance and optimisation of the system, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of month-end, quarter-end and year-end close activities.Working closely with finance, systems and operational stakeholders, you will help drive automation, strengthen controls and improve reporting efficiency across the business.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Close ManagementOwn and optimise month-end and quarter-end close processesLaunch and manage close cycles across multiple entitiesMonitor close progress, identify bottlenecks and ensure deadlines are metMaintain task ownership, workflows and close governanceDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance close efficiencyReconciliations & Financial ControlsManage balance sheet reconciliation frameworks and controlsMaintain account mappings, ownership structures and governance processesEnsure compliance with internal policies and audit requirementsMonitor and improve reconciliation performance and accuracySupport audit readiness and financial control excellenceFinance Systems AdministrationAct as lead administrator for the financial close platformManage user access, security and governance controlsMaintain system configurations, integrations and data integritySupport ERP connectivity and issue resolutionLiaise with software providers and internal stakeholdersAutomation & Process ImprovementConfigure and optimise matching and automation rulesDrive efficiencies across Record-to-Report processesImprove reporting, controls and data qualitySupport finance transformation and system enhancement projectsAbout YouACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or be part-qualified)Strong understanding of Record-to-Report processesExperience managing balance sheet reconciliations and financial controlsPrevious exposure to finance systems, close management or finance transformation projectsStrong Excel skillsExcellent stakeholder management and communication abilitiesA detail-oriented and controls-focused mindsetHighly Desirable Systems ExperienceExperience with any of the following would be advantageous:Trintech ADRABlackLineFloQastOneStreamOracle Account ReconciliationWorkivaPlanfulVenaOracle ERPFinancial close and reconciliation platformsPersonal AttributesStrong attention to detailResilient and able to manage competing prioritiesCollaborative approach with the ability to build effective relationships across teamsWhat's on Offer? Hybrid working environment Exposure to a large international finance function Opportunity to own and improve month-end close processes Significant involvement in finance systems and automation projects High visibility across finance and operational teams Excellent career development opportunitiesThis is an excellent opportunity for a Systems Accountant, Financial Controls Accountant, Finance Systems Analyst or Record-to-Report specialist looking to combine finance expertise with leading-edge financial close technology in a highly visible role. #4815996 - Jackson McLeod