Systems Accountant

Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes); Northampton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A major finance company is seeking an experienced Systems Accountant in Northampton. The role requires strong NetSuite expertise and involves system optimisation, process improvement, and multi-entity integration. Ideal candidates will have experience in finance process redesign and enjoy working collaboratively across Finance, IT, and Operations to create scalable solutions. This role presents an excellent opportunity for qualified accountants looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with hands-on NetSuite experience in configuration and reporting.
• Proven background in finance process redesign and ERP enhancement projects.
• Strong analytical skills with a track record of timely project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead NetSuite optimisation and enhancements.
• Serve as the finance systems expert across all entities.
• Deliver finance process improvement projects.

Skills

Hands-on NetSuite experience

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to influence stakeholders

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

My client is seeking an experienced Systems Accountant with strong NetSuite expertise to support a major finance transformation programme. This role will focus on system optimisation, process improvement, multi–entity integration, and the redesign of core finance workflows across the Group.

This is an excellent opportunity for a NetSuite–qualified accountant who excels in change environments and enjoys partnering across Finance, IT, and Operations to deliver high–quality, scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead NetSuite optimisation and enhancements, including configuration updates, reporting improvements, workflow automation, and user support.
• Serve as the Group's finance systems expert, driving best practice and improving adoption across all entities.
• Deliver finance process improvement projects focused on efficiency, control, and standardisation.
• Support integration activities linked to acquisitions and multi–entity consolidation.
• Review, map, and redesign finance processes to create scalable, future–proof solutions.
• Troubleshoot system issues and identify opportunities to streamline processes.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, and Operations to embed new processes and system changes effectively.
• Produce high–quality documentation, SOPs, and training materials.
• Monitor new processes post–implementation and refine improvements as needed.
• Promote a culture of timely, accurate, deadline–driven delivery.

Required Skills & Experience

• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Hands–on NetSuite experience, including configuration, workflows, reporting, and user support.
• Proven background as a Systems Accountant, Finance Systems Specialist, or hybrid finance/technology role.
• Experience in finance process redesign, systems improvement, or ERP enhancement projects.
• Strong analytical and problem–solving abilities.
• Ability to challenge existing practices constructively and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A track record of delivering projects on time and to a high standard.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience working in multi–entity, group, or private–equity–backed environments.
• Exposure to ERP migrations, integrations, or system rollout programmes.
• Strong commercial awareness, balancing control, efficiency, and growth.