At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and improve finance systems, ensuring effective operations and high-quality data.
- Company: Join Bauer Media Outdoor, a leader in innovative Out of Home media.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, 25 days' leave, and a range of employee perks.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to fairness and respect for all.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of media with technology.
- Qualifications: Part-qualified accountant with finance systems experience and strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 28350 - 34650 £ per year.
Bauer Media Outdoor UK is one of the leading Out of Home media owners, with more than 33,000 advertising sites in our portfolio.
Our talented team of over 650 people work in 14 locations across the country, creating and delivering some of the most memorable advertising campaigns in the UK.
At Bauer Media Outdoor, we are committed to Creating the Future of Media.
We're at the forefront of the change in our industry, making innovative use of technology and realising the potential of Out of Home media.
About the role
As our new Systems Accountant you will be responsible for supporting, maintaining and improving Microsoft D365 and related systems, to ensure they operate effectively and efficiently.
The role acts as a key link between Finance, our D365 Tech team and wider business users, helping to optimise processes, improve reporting, support system upgrades, and ensure high-quality financial data.
Key Responsibilities
- Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve finance processes through automation, system enhancements and better use of existing tools.
- Document system processes, controls and procedures clearly and accurately.
- Finance Systems Management
- Work with our D365 technical team to ensure the core finance system is operating as per business requirements.
- Support system upgrades, patches, testing and implementation of new functionality.
- Ensure financial systems are operating in line with internal controls, audit requirements and data governance standards.
- Business Support & Training
- Act as a key point of contact for finance system users, providing support and guidance.
- Deliver training to new and existing users on finance systems and processes.
- Translate business requirements into system solutions, working closely with Finance and the D365 technical team
- Projects
- Support finance transformation projects, system implementations and integration work.
- Participate in testing, including user acceptance testing, regression testing and issue tracking.
- Liaise with software providers, consultants and D365 technical teams where required
What we're looking for…
- Part-qualified or qualified accountant, e. g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent experience.
- Experience working with finance systems in a medium or large organisation.
- Strong understanding of core finance processes, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reporting and month-end close.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Ability to communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance colleagues.
- Experience supporting system changes, testing or process improvements.
- What is in it for you
- Flexible working (this generally looks like 3 days in our offices and 2 days at home)
- 25 days' annual leave inc. bank holidays
- 2 paid volunteering days each year to support a charity or because that matters to you
- Company Pension Scheme matched at 5% or 8%
- Life Insurance and group income protection scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Travel/Season ticket loans and a whole host of discounts across 100s of retailers
At Bauer Media Outdoor, we are committed to treating everyone with fairness and respect, regardless of their race, gender, age, ethnicity, background, sexual orientation, disability, or any other differences.
We work hard to foster an inclusive environment, a place you can be yourself.
We support reasonable adjustment requests from candidates and employees.
If you're interested in joining us to shape the future of out-of-home media, we'd love to hear from you.
If you need this job description in another format or need any adjustments for your application/interview process, please let us know at careers-uk@bauermediaoutdoor. com
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Assistant Systems Accountant (12 months contract) in Woking employer: Bauer Media Outdoor UK
Bauer Media Outdoor UK is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, where your contributions directly impact the development of cutting-edge advertising platforms. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have ample opportunities to mentor fellow engineers and engage in cross-functional projects, all while working in a dynamic environment that values creativity and responsible AI integration. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a supportive atmosphere that encourages professional development and work-life balance.
