Accountant

Infor Inc.; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company in the UK is seeking a finance professional to enhance technological efficiencies within an accounting team. This role involves evaluating new financial technologies, developing automated tools, and mentoring accounting staff. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, adaptability, and experience with automation tools. The position may require interaction with senior management. This opportunity emphasizes personal development and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to learn new software quickly and independently.
• Exposure to data manipulation and automation tools is highly desirable.
• Prior experience in a finance organization beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, recommend and integrate new financial technologies.
• Develop and maintain automated tools for operations.
• Train and mentor accounting staff on technology usage.
• Complete accounting entries for various tasks.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Proactive approach

Strong communication skills

Adaptability to change

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Excel

Power Apps

Alteryx

Python

SQL

Job description

Overview

We are seeking someone who is interested in pursuing a career in finance with strong desire to be involved in system applications and emerging technologies. This role will focus on delivering internal efficiencies through technology, optimizing financial systems, and enabling the adoption of new technologies including AI and automation tools whilst working within an accounting team focused on US GAAP accounting and supporting local reporting across the EMEA region.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the team to evaluate, recommend, and integrate new financial technologies to improve process efficiencies and accuracy.
• Develop and maintain automated tools to support day-to-day operations.
• Help train and mentor accounting staff on system applications and technology usage.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and best practices in accounting technology.
• Some responsibility for accounting entries that will vary depending on the workstream, examples include: Payroll and employee benefits accounting, Prepayments and accruals, Fixed Asset accounting, Lease capitalization accounting, Analytical review of allocated workstream area, Balance Sheet reconciliations, Work with statutory accounting teams to ensure filings are completed and compliance obligations met.

Key Competencies

• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and drive for process improvement
• Planning, Prioritising and Organisation of Workload
• Problem Solving Skills
• Work on own initiative, high level of motivation
• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach to learning and personal development
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Good knowledge of spreadsheet applications
• Possess a positive attitude to challenges
• Being adaptable to change, sometimes at short notice
• Ability to learn new software or technologies quickly and independently
• Exposure to data manipulation and automation tools such as Power Apps, Alteryx, or other ETL platforms is highly desirable; Knowledge of Python, SQL, or similar scripting languages to analyze and automate financial data processes is highly desirable
• Ability to interact with a range of colleagues up to and including senior management level
• The ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in working a finance organisation, ideally in an SSC environment is beneficial but not essential.
• Knowledge of a European foreign language is beneficial but not essential

About Infor

Infor is a global leader in business cloud software products for companies in industry specific markets. Infor builds complete industry suites in the cloud and efficiently deploys technology that puts the user experience first, leverages data science, and integrates easily into existing systems. Over 60,000 organizations worldwide rely on Infor to help overcome market disruptions and achieve business-wide digital transformation.

Infor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Infor does not discriminate against candidates or employees because of their sex, race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

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