Finance Systems Project Accountant

Vanrath; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanrath is seeking a qualified Project Accountant to own the finance and workforce systems across multiple sites in the UK. You will lead system implementation, configuration, training and continuous improvement to ensure accurate, well-controlled data and efficient processes.

You will work with finance, payroll, HR and operations teams, require ACA/ACCA/CIMA or CIPFA, and bring experience with enterprise systems and advanced Excel to deliver robust reporting, dashboards and system enhancements.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA.
• Experience with finance, payroll, workforce management or enterprise systems.
• Experience leading system implementation, configuration or enhancements.
• Strong data validation, reporting and change-management skills.
• Experience training staff and non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and roll-out of key finance and workforce systems.
• Configure, maintain, upgrade and test systems to ensure data quality.
• Be the main contact for system-related queries and support.
• Gather requirements and translate them into system solutions.
• Develop user guidance and training materials.
• Deliver ongoing training and support to managers and staff.
• Monitor data quality, controls and MI across systems.
• Develop dashboards and key performance reports.

Skills

Financial analysis

Change management

Training delivery

Data validation

Strong communication

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power Query

XLOOKUP

ERP systems

Job description

Vanrath is seeking a qualified Project Accountant to own the finance and workforce systems across multiple sites in the UK. You will lead system implementation, configuration, training and continuous improvement to ensure accurate, well-controlled data and efficient processes.

You will work with finance, payroll, HR and operations teams, require ACA/ACCA/CIMA or CIPFA, and bring experience with enterprise systems and advanced Excel to deliver robust reporting, dashboards and system enhancements.