SunSystems Systems Accountant

Job Title: SunSystems Systems Accountant

Employment type: Permanent

Location: UK

Salary: £60,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

Process Improvement & Automation

• Identify and resolve inefficiencies in financial processes through automation and system upgrades.
• Lead system enhancements to streamline workflows and reduce manual input.
• Optimise data flows for improved reporting and compliance.
• Collaborate with Finance Systems & Change and IT teams on tool integration.

First-Line System Support

• Serve as the initial point of contact for system-related queries.
• Troubleshoot and escalate issues as needed.
• Manage user access and maintain Segregation of Duties (SoD) controls.
• Deliver training and guidance on system use and best practices.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.

System Optimisation & Change Management

• Continuously assess system performance against business needs and compliance.
• Support system upgrades with minimal disruption.
• Work with stakeholders to assess and implement changes.
• Build and maintain system audit trails and process documentation.

Qualifications

• Part/fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Advanced Excel and Word skills.

Essential Skills

• SunSystems and Q&A experience
• Strong problem-solving and first-line support capabilities.
• Experience in financial automation and systems improvement.
• Familiarity with system integration and upgrades.
• Project and test management experience.
• Strategic and lateral thinking with a focus on innovation.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Clear communicator with strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
• Collaborative and pragmatic team player.

Who we are?

SystemsAccountants is a leading global Financial Systems, Analytics, and Transformation recruitment company. We provide permanent & contractor recruitment solutions to enable clients to implement, support, develop, run & optimise, ERP, ERP and Analytics systems. We source and screen finance systems professionals on a global basis. Unlike typical search & selection firms, our consultants have an international reach, which ensures that our clients and candidates receive market insight along with a tailored service.