System Accountant
Location : Head Office - Didsbury
Salary : £41,315
You’ll be instrumental in the continual effective running of the Core Finance Systems (Open Accounts / eBIS / RAM) including reporting, and will manage projects to streamline finance processes both within the team and across the wider organisation.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting existing Finance Systems including maintenance and housekeeping of systems alongside rollout of upgrades and improvements
- You’ll have an active role in Finance continuous improvement involving mapping and redesigning workflows to create efficiencies within the team
- Implementing new Finance Systems through all stages of project.
- Maintaining and implementing interfaces between various business and Finance Systems
- Collaborating with IT and financial staff to meet business requirements.
- Training and supporting team members in the use of Financial Systems and procedures
What you will need
Finance Qualifications (e.g. AAT / CIMA / ACCA)Upkeep and understanding of Chart of AccountsStrong understanding of Financial reporting and building of Financial reports in different systems.To have a good understanding of IT, databases, and have exceptional excel skills;Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management experienceWhat we need from you
As a line manager you will need to actively support your colleagues with their development and well-being, some experience of this is desirable but not essential as we offer full support to people transitioning into a management roleWhat we give you in return for your hard work and commitment
Pension ¦ DC scheme (up to 10% contribution from both colleagues and Great Places)WPA ¦ Healthcare auto enrolled at no contribution level with £1250 of savings available - option to increase & add family membersAnnual leave ¦Start at 26 days annual leave, increasing up to 30 days + Bank HolidaysFlexi time ¦ Allows colleagues to achieve a healthy work life balance whilst carrying out requirement of the role. A maximum of 13 days flexi can be taken in a yearGreater Working ¦ We offer Hybrid and flexible working to fit the schedule of you, so you can work to your greatest abilityProfessional fees ¦ The business pays the cost of one professional membership fee for each colleagueThe Market Place ¦high street, restaurant & supermarket discounts, gym memberships, cycle to work, smart tech loans and much moreHealth and wellbeing initiatives ¦ Our colleagues enjoy wellbeing campaigns throughout the year, with activities designed around our four pillars of wellbeing, these include career wellbeing, mental wellbeing, physical wellbeing and financial wellbeingClosing date : 18th February 2026
Shortlist date : 19th February 2026
Interview date : TBC