System Accountant (BC)

Nigel Frank International; Stockport; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking a Systems Accountant to oversee the finance system with a focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. This position requires a qualified accountant with strong experience in finance processes and system implementations. The successful candidate will manage user training and documentation while continuously improving reporting efficiencies. The role is based in Stockport, requiring on-site presence five days a week.

Qualifications

• Hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.
• Strong experience as a Systems Accountant or Finance Systems Analyst.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as systems administrator for the finance system.
• Support implementation and configuration of Business Central.
• Train users and support month-end and year-end processes.
• Manage system security, user access, and controls.
• Refine requirements with stakeholders for finance processes.

Skills

Project support

Stakeholder management

Communication

Finance processes understanding

Dynamics 365 Business Central

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Overview

Systems Accountant - Business Central

We are working with an organisation seeking a Systems Accountant to take ownership of their finance system, with a heavy focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Responsibilities

• Act as systems administrator for the organisation's global finance system (BC).
• Support the ongoing implementation and configuration of Business Central across international offices.
• Train and support users, ensuring smooth month end and year end processes.
• Manage system security, user access, and controls.
• Work with stakeholders to refine requirements and streamline finance processes.
• Develop user documentation and deliver training (classroom and online).
• Test new functionality, coordinate UAT, and liaise with vendors on customisation or support needs.
• Continuously improve reporting, automating manual processes where possible.

What we\'re looking for

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent.
• Strong experience as a Systems Accountant or Finance Systems Analyst.
• Hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (essential).
• Strong understanding of finance processes including month end, year end, reporting, and system integrations.
• Experience in project support and system implementations within a finance setting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Package & Location

• Salary up to £56,000.
• Based in Stockport, on-site 5 days per week.
• This is an excellent opportunity for a finance systems professional to join a growing organisation and play a pivotal role in driving improvements and efficiencies through Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.