D365 BC Systems Accountant

Finance Systems Analyst

Hybrid: 2 days onsite per week initially, once settled will then turn into 1/2 times a month.

Salary: up to 60k

Location: Leicester

The Finance Systems Analyst will take ownership of the continuous improvement and optimisation of financial systems, with a particular focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) . Acting as the bridge between Finance and IT, this role is key to ensuring that technology enables smarter, faster, and more accurate financial operations across a growing international business.

This position is built around system strategy and improvement , not transactional finance.

Key Responsibilities

System Improvement & Delivery

-Translate complex financial and operational requirements into effective system solutions.

-Lead and contribute to end-to-end Finance systems projects, from upgrades and integrations to international rollouts and localisation (for example, adapting BC for regional tax and compliance standards).

-Carry out detailed business analysis to scope new functionality and streamline existing processes.

-Challenge current ways of working and identify opportunities for automation and simplification within financial operations.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Training

-Work closely with finance users, IT teams, consultants, and auditors to ensure systems meet both operational and regulatory needs.

-Design and deliver practical training and user materials that support knowledge sharing and best practice adoption.

-Oversee UAT, coordinating testing, issue resolution, and feedback to ensure a smooth transition for new features and projects.

-Serve as the subject matter expert for all Finance system-related queries, maintaining strong data integrity and consistent reporting standards.

System Management & Governance

-Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation covering configuration, process maps, and system change history.

-Support financial close processes by ensuring systems are stable, reconciled, and ready for reporting deadlines.

-Monitor performance and proactively address potential issues before they impact operations.

Essential Experience & Skills

-Proven background as a Finance Systems Analyst , Systems Accountant , or similar role focused on process improvement and system enhancement.

-Significant experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) — including configuration, implementation, and support.

-Strong financial understanding, ideally supported by a professional accounting qualification (or equivalent experience in a finance function).

-Skilled in requirements gathering, process mapping, documentation, and stakeholder communication.

-A track record of delivering projects independently, with a proactive and analytical mindset.

-Clear communicator with the ability to bridge technical and financial perspectives effectively.