Project Accountant: Systems & Data Improvement Lead

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

Job summary

Vanrath is seeking an experienced Project Accountant in the Bangor area to lead the implementation and ongoing optimisation of core finance and workforce systems. You will drive configuration, testing and enhancements while ensuring accurate, well‑controlled data across multiple sites.

You will partner with finance, payroll, HR and operations teams to define requirements, deliver training and develop user guidance.

Qualifications

• ACCA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA qualification required.
• Experience with finance, payroll, workforce management or enterprise systems.
• Experience leading system implementation, configuration or enhancement projects.
• Strong testing, data validation, issue resolution and change management skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query and XLOOKUP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and roll-out of key finance and workforce systems.
• Manage system configuration, maintenance, upgrades, testing and enhancements.
• Act as the main point of contact for system-related queries and support requirements.
• Gather user and business requirements and translate them into effective system solutions.
• Plan and coordinate system testing, upgrades and implementation activity.
• Investigate system issues, data discrepancies and reporting exceptions.
• Work with external providers to resolve technical issues and deliver system improvements.
• Develop user guidance, process documentation and training materials.
• Deliver training and ongoing support to managers, staff and system users.
• Monitor data quality, system controls and the accuracy of information flowing between systems.
• Develop and improve management information, dashboards and key performance reports.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve system efficiency.
• Support change management and ensure new processes are embedded across the organisation.

Skills

Systems implementation

Data validation

Change management

Training staff

Advanced Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or CIPFA qualified

Tools

Pivot Tables

Power Query

XLOOKUP

ERP/Finance systems

Job description

Vanrath is seeking an experienced Project Accountant in the Bangor area to lead the implementation and ongoing optimisation of core finance and workforce systems. You will drive configuration, testing and enhancements while ensuring accurate, well‑controlled data across multiple sites.

You will partner with finance, payroll, HR and operations teams to define requirements, deliver training and develop user guidance.