Systems accountant

Sharp & Carter; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp & Carter is seeking a Senior Finance Systems Accountant for our Melbourne-based client following the Dynamics 365 implementation. The 6-month temp role focuses on supporting the finance system, resolving issues and driving improvements across finance, IT and operations.

You will provide ongoing support for Microsoft Dynamics 365, conduct UAT, assist with integrations and training, and help strengthen internal controls and reporting while working closely with external providers.

Qualifications

• CA/CPA qualifications or equivalent accounting designation.
• Extensive experience with finance systems in a complex environment.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills with ability to interpret financial results.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing support, troubleshooting and optimisation of Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Act as a key point of contact for finance systems queries and technical issues.
• Support upcoming systems implementations, enhancements and integration projects.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT) and assist with system changes.
• Review and improve finance processes, reporting and internal controls.
• Collaborate with IT and external providers to resolve systems-related issues.
• Provide training and support to finance and operational users.
• Assist with budgeting, reporting and broader finance-related projects.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical capabilities

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomous / hands-on

Education

CA/CPA qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

The Organisation

Our client is a well-established and successful organisation based in Melbourne's South East. With a strong market presence and a complex operational environment, the business is continuing to invest in its technology, systems and processes to support ongoing growth and operational efficiency.

Having recently implemented Microsoft Dynamics 365, the business is now seeking an experienced Senior Finance Systems Accountant to join the team on an initial 6-month temporary basis.

The Role

Reporting to the Finance Systems Manager, this position will play a critical role in supporting the business following its recent Dynamics 365 implementation, whilst also assisting with several upcoming systems projects and process improvements.

Working closely with Finance, IT and operational stakeholders, you will be responsible for ensuring the effective functionality of finance systems, resolving issues and identifying opportunities to improve processes and controls.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing ongoing support, troubleshooting and optimisation of Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Acting as a key point of contact for finance systems queries and technical issues
• Supporting upcoming systems implementations, enhancements and integration projects
• Conducting user acceptance testing (UAT) and assisting with system changes
• Reviewing and improving finance processes, reporting and internal controls
• Working closely with IT and external providers to resolve systems-related issues
• Providing training and support to finance and operational users
• Assisting with budgeting, reporting and broader finance-related projects

Your Background

To be successful in this position, you will be a technically strong finance professional with extensive experience working across finance systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics 365.

Ideally, you will also bring:

• A strong accounting background with CA/CPA qualifications
• Previous experience in a Finance Systems Accountant, Systems Analyst or similar position
• Experience supporting ERP implementations, post-implementation improvements and systems projects
• Strong understanding of financial processes, reporting and internal controls
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across finance, IT and operations
• A hands-on, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work autonomously

Given the immediate requirement, candidates who are available to commence at short notice will be highly regarded.