Systems Accountant

Systems AccountantCirca £60,000 - £65,000Hertfordshire (Hybrid)An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Systems Accountant with a strong background in financial systems management and a solid understanding of accounting processes. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience with mid-tier ERP and cloud-based finance systems such as Sage Intacct, Oracle NetSuite, Unit4 ERP (Agresso / CODA), Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Business Central / Finance), Workday Financial Management, or SAP.This role is ideal for someone who combines technical expertise with financial insight, enjoys improving systems and processes, and has a keen eye for data accuracy and control.The RoleAs Systems Accountant, you'll be responsible for ensuring the organisation's finance systems are stable, efficient, and aligned with business needs. Working closely with finance and IT, you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing automation, data integrity, and financial insight across the organisation. This is a hands-on position blending system ownership with analytical and operational finance exposure.Key ResponsibilitiesManage, maintain, and enhance finance systems and associated integrationsIdentify and implement process improvements to strengthen control and efficiencySupport accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis through system-driven solutionsOversee user access, roles, and data integrity to ensure compliance and reliabilityAct as first-line support for system issues, troubleshooting and resolving technical or process challengesCollaborate with internal stakeholders to optimise workflows and reporting outputsProvide system documentation and data validation to support external audit and internal review processesSkills & KnowledgeSolid accounting background with a clear understanding of end-to-end finance processes including reporting, budgeting, and analysisStrong Excel proficiency with advanced formula and data manipulation skillsExperience with mid-tier financial ERP / cloud-based systems such as Sage Intacct, Oracle NetSuite, Unit4 ERP (Agresso / CODA), Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Business Central / Finance), Workday Financial Management, or SAPFamiliarity with expense management or procurement platformsStrong attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilityEffective communicator, comfortable translating technical information for finance and non-finance audiencesProactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvementExperienceDemonstrated experience supporting or implementing financial systems within a finance functionExposure to accounting processes and financial reporting environmentsProven ability to enhance efficiency and accuracy through systems development and process optimisationAGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration