Systems Accountant

A media organisation is seeking an experienced Systems Accountant to provide post-implementation support following a recent Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance rollout. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with a strong blend of accounting expertise, ERP systems knowledge and reporting capability to help embed D365 into the day-to-day finance operations. Working closely with the finance team, you will support month-end reporting, improve reporting processes, develop management information and help users maximise the benefits of Dynamics 365. You'll also act as a key point of contact for finance systems queries, process improvements and user training. They are looking for a UK based candidate who is happy with regular trips to Dublin.

Responsibilities

Provide post-implementation support for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance; Support finance users with D365 processes, troubleshooting and best practice; Improve month-end close processes and reporting efficiency; Produce monthly management accounts and management reporting packs; Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations; Support income statement reporting, forecasting and financial analysis; Build, maintain and enhance Power BI dashboards and reporting; Develop advanced Excel reporting models and analytical tools; Train and mentor finance users to improve adoption of D365; Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation and reporting enhancements; Work with finance leadership to embed robust financial controls and reporting processes

Requirements

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent); Previous experience as a Systems Accountant, Finance Systems Accountant, Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar finance systems role; Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance (D365 Finance & Operations / Dynamics 365 Finance) in a post-implementation or business-as-usual support environment; Excellent understanding of finance processes including: Month-end close; Management accounts; Management reporting; Balance sheet reconciliations; Income statement reporting; Forecasting; Financial analysis; Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Strong Power BI reporting and dashboard development experience; Experience improving finance processes and supporting ERP adoption; Confident communicator with the ability to train and support finance teams

Nice to have

D365 Finance configuration knowledge, including dimensions and financial reporting; Experience supporting ERP hypercare or post-go-live stabilisation; Process improvement and finance transformation experience; Stakeholder management across finance and technology teams; Experience working alongside ERP implementation teams or supporting ERP go-lives would be advantageous

Benefits

Remote working