Systems Accountant

Do you have a passion for optimising financial systems? Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our finance processes? Look no further – we're seeking a talented Systems Accountant, reporting to the Financial Controller to join our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact.What will you do? As our Systems Accountant, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our finance systems and processes. From building out reporting structures to designing internal controls and driving system enhancements, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of our financial operations.AJ Bell is a dynamic and growth-oriented business, you will work with an experienced and ambitious team, who are passionate about delivering the Group’s purpose to help people invest.What does the job involve?Collaborating with the finance team to build out the reporting structure and dashboard structure, including management reporting and year-end reports;Designing and implementing internal system controls to safeguard financial data integrity;Acting as the Superuser for our finance systems, overseeing system changes, integrations, and automation enhancements;Evaluating and proposing improvements to system functionality to maximise efficiency and effectiveness;Maintaining and evolving our Chart of Accounts to support evolving business needs;Ensuring system permissions align with approved roles and responsibilities and ensure segregation of duties are in place;Providing training and support to colleagues to enhance their proficiency in using Oracle and other systems;Collaboration with our IT teams;Supporting the annual external audit process, particularly IT General Controls for Finance.What we’re looking for:Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with 3 years minimum post qualified experienceExperience with Oracle NetSuite is desirable, but not essential.Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, including modelling capabilities.A solid understanding of finance data, systems, and processes.A solid understanding of controls and best practice.Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with meticulous attention to detail.The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, both independently and as part of a collaborative team.About usAJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers, to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 484,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £76.2 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures.Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company.Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1300 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For’ forsix consecutive years.At AJ Bell you can expect a friendly working environment with a strong sense of teamwork, we have a great sense of pride in what we do, and this is reflected in our guiding principles.What we offer:Starting salary of up to £55,000(DOE)Generous holiday allowance increasing up to 31 days with service, plus bank holidaysCasual dress codeDiscretionary bonusContributory pension schemeBuy as you earn share schemeFree annual share schemeEnhanced maternity/paternity scheme from day oneBike loanSeason ticket loan portalDiscounted PMI and DentalOn-site gym and personal trainer led classesPaid volunteering opportunities, free social events and moreAJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work.We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.
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