Systems Accountant

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A global business leader is seeking an experienced Systems Accountant to support the ongoing stabilisation and optimisation of the finance function following a major Oracle implementation. Operating across multiple international locations, this organisation offers the opportunity to work with senior finance stakeholders and play a key role in driving process improvement across a complex accounting environment.
Your new role
You will play a pivotal role in supporting the stabilisation and continuous improvement of the finance function following a major Oracle implementation. Combining strong technical accounting expertise with a process improvement mindset, you will review and analyse end-to-end accounting processes, identifying risks, inefficiencies and opportunities for enhancement. Working closely with finance stakeholders across the UK, Switzerland and the USA, you will investigate and resolve complex accounting issues, including accruals, reconciliations, outstanding balances and period-end matters, whilst supporting month-end close activities and operational accounting processes. You will be responsible for documenting and standardising finance procedures, strengthening controls and governance frameworks, and driving process simplification, automation and continuous improvement initiatives. The role will also involve performing root cause analysis, implementing sustainable solutions, and helping to develop Oracle-aligned future-state finance processes that improve efficiency, transparency and accountability across the organisation.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be an ACA, CIMA or ACCA qualified Accountant or qualified by experience with extensive Oracle expertise and a proven background in accounting process improvement.
You will ideally possess:
Strong Oracle Fusion Financials knowledge, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets and Cash Management.
Experience with Oracle Project Costing and Project Financial Management.
Strong project accounting knowledge, including accruals, reconciliations and financial reporting.
Significant month-end close and balance sheet reconciliation experience.
Proven ability to investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies.
Experience identifying process inefficiencies and implementing sustainable improvements.
Strong understanding of accounting controls, governance and risk management.
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across Finance, Accounting and IT teams.
What you'll get in return
This is a hybrid role 2 - 3 days a week in the office rest remote, anticipated to last for 12 months.
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