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Role: Systems Accountant
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Department: Finance
Contract: Permanent
We are looking for a proactive and technically capable Systems Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a key role within NatCen, supporting the maintenance, development, and optimisation of our financial systems to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
You will act as the key contact for financial systems queries across the organisation, helping both finance and non-finance colleagues make best use of the tools available. With your strong systems knowledge and experience, you'll help streamline financial processes, support system upgrades or implementations, and contribute to continuous improvement across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the maintenance and development of financial systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency
Be the 'go to' person across the business to answer queries regarding the financial system
Maintain system documentation and update training materials for the business concerning ‘best use’ of the system.
Support the finance team in the preparation of financial reports and analysis
Collaborate with IT and finance departments to troubleshoot and resolve system issues
Contribute to the improvement of financial reporting and data integrity
Drive process automation and efficiency - Identify opportunities to streamline month-end, and other finance processes through systems automation.
Support finance team with other financial duties as and when required.
Monitor system performance and collaborate on future enhancements.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Ideally a part qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or QBE
MS SQL experience
Proven experience in implementing or upgrading ERP systems, systems such as Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint would be desirable.
Deep understanding of financial software and accounting principles, processes and controls.
Project accounting experience would be a definite advantage.
Strong skills in change management, process improvement, and data migration.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
As well as a competitive salary, an excellent working environment (including a home/office hybrid working environment), you will be working for the largest independent social research organisation in the UK. We are proud of the benefits we offer our employees which include:
25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) and flexible working
Generous company pension scheme
Life insurance and health cash plan
Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loan
Career development, professional subscriptions support and mentoring support from industry-leading experts.
Description
Role: Systems Accountant
Location: London (Hybrid Working)
Department: Finance
Contract: Permanent
We are looking for a proactive and technically capable Systems Accountant to join our Finance team. This is a key role within NatCen, supporting the maintenance, development, and optimisation of our financial systems to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
You will act as the key contact for financial systems queries across the organisation, helping both finance and non-finance colleagues make best use of the tools available. With your strong systems knowledge and experience, you'll help streamline financial processes, support system upgrades or implementations, and contribute to continuous improvement across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the maintenance and development of financial systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency
Be the 'go to' person across the business to answer queries regarding the financial system
Maintain system documentation and update training materials for the business concerning ‘best use’ of the system.
Support the finance team in the preparation of financial reports and analysis
Collaborate with IT and finance departments to troubleshoot and resolve system issues
Contribute to the improvement of financial reporting and data integrity
Drive process automation and efficiency - Identify opportunities to streamline month-end, and other finance processes through systems automation.
Support finance team with other financial duties as and when required.
Monitor system performance and collaborate on future enhancements.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Ideally a part qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or QBE
MS SQL experience
Proven experience in implementing or upgrading ERP systems, systems such as Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint would be desirable.
Deep understanding of financial software and accounting principles, processes and controls.
Project accounting experience would be a definite advantage.
Strong skills in change management, process improvement, and data migration.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Benefits
As well as a competitive salary, an excellent working environment (including a home/office hybrid working environment), you will be working for the largest independent social research organisation in the UK. We are proud of the benefits we offer our employees which include:
25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) and flexible working
Generous company pension scheme
Life insurance and health cash plan
Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loan
Career development, professional subscriptions support and mentoring support from industry-leading experts.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Systems Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
