Systems Accountant

Shionogi Europe; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical leader is seeking a proactive Systems Accountant to drive finance transformation across Europe. Located in London, you'll lead enhancements and automation of finance systems like Oracle NetSuite, ensuring accurate and scalable processes. Ideal candidates are ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with expertise in accounting and finance systems. This role offers the chance to contribute significantly to public health through financial operational excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Systems Accountant or similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes, month-end close, and reporting.
• Experience with multi-currency, multi-entity consolidations.

Responsibilities

• Lead configuration and integration of finance systems.
• Drive accounting process improvements and automation.
• Oversee multi-currency, multi-entity consolidations.

Skills

Financial expertise

Systems optimisation

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

Palette

Emburse

HiBob

PwC Payroll

Job description

Drive Finance Transformation at Shionogi

At Shionogi, we are dedicated to protecting the health and well-being of people worldwide. As a global pharmaceutical leader, we are driven by science, innovation, and a deep sense of responsibility to public health. Join us in our mission to deliver life-changing treatments by ensuring our finance systems are robust, efficient, and future-ready across Europe.

Why Join Shionogi?

Shionogi offers a collaborative, agile, and purpose-driven environment where your expertise can make a real impact. We value autonomy, adaptability, and operational excellence. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a company expanding its footprint in Europe, with a strong focus on finance transformation, process automation, and business growth.

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Systems Accountant to join our Finance team in London. This role offers the chance to lead the enhancement and automation of our finance systems, working closely with Finance, IT, and external partners to ensure our processes are scalable, accurate, and support our ambition for a Day 1 month-end close.

About the Role

You will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between finance and technology, acting as the primary administrator and subject‑matter expert for all Finance Systems, including Oracle NetSuite ERP and NetSuite Planning & Budgeting (NSPB). You will:

• Lead the configuration, enhancement, and integration of finance systems (including Palette, Emburse, HiBob, PwC Payroll, Rapid Response, VAT and banking systems).
• Drive accounting process improvements and automation to enable efficient, consistent, and accurate reporting.
• Oversee and support multi‑currency, multi‑entity consolidations and intercompany processes.
• Maintain and update system documentation, process maps, and user guides to ensure continuity, audit readiness, and knowledge sharing.
• Act as the first point of contact for external auditors on system‑related matters.
• Develop reports, dashboards, and tools to improve visibility and decision‑making.
• Provide training, guidance, and hands‑on support to finance users to ensure best‑practice system utilisation.
• Lead or contribute to system upgrade, implementation, and data migration projects.

What Are We Looking For?

In this individual contributor position, we are seeking a hands‑on and strategic professional who can thrive in a fast‑paced, global environment. You will combine financial expertise with strong systems and process optimisation skills, as well as excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

We are looking for:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent.
• Expert experience as a Systems Accountant (ideally with Oracle NetSuite) or similar role.
• Strong understanding of accounting processes, month‑end close, and reporting.
• Experience with multi‑currency, multi‑entity consolidations.
• Demonstrated success automating or optimising finance processes.
• Strong documentation and process‑mapping skills—detail‑focused and organised.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver training and support to end‑users.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and able to take ownership of improvements.
• Team player who collaborates effectively across Finance, IT, and external partners.
• High ethical standards and a commitment to integrity and data accuracy.

Join Us

Join Shionogi and be part of a team that is shaping the future of healthcare with purpose. We offer a dynamic and supportive environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on public health. Apply now and help us ensure that our finance systems empower innovation and operational excellence across Europe.