About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Finance Systems Accountant to ensure our core financial platforms operate securely, accurately, and effectively. In this role, you will act as the key link between Finance, IT, and external implementation partners. You will take ownership of our system landscape, driving optimization, automation, and process improvements across the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- System Ownership: Manage and optimise key Finance systems, focusing primarily on Microsoft Dynamics Business Central and Jedox to ensure data reliability and security.
- Change Management & Upgrades: Lead system upgrades, releases, and change management workflows—coordinating impact assessments, testing, UAT, documentation, and third-party support.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive automation and best practices across the finance function, actively challenging existing processes and implementing system enhancements.
- Reporting & Data Integrity: Enable accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and regulatory compliance by ensuring seamless intergrations between Business Central, Jedox, Power BI, and JET reporting.
- Stakeholder Support: Act as the primary escalation point and liaison between Finance, IT, and external partners for system changes and approvals.
- Controls & Compliance: Maintain robust IT controls, oversee user access permissions, support audit requirements, and manage relationships with third-party system providers.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Strong hands-on experience in administration or systems accounting with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (or Navision / MS NAV).
- Direct experience or strong working exposure to EPM/CPM tools, ideally Jedox (or similar tools like Board, Anaplan, TM1).
- Proficiency with reporting and data visualization tools, specifically Power BI and Jet Reports / Jet Reporting.
- Background in accounting or finance (qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience) with a deep understanding of financial controls and reporting workflows.
- Proven ability to bridge the gap between technical IT teams and finance stakeholders.
Finance Systems Lead - Business Central in Crawley employer: Investigo Careers
As a Financial Controls Manager at our high-growth retail business in Welwyn Garden City, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration. We offer a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and a generous bonus structure, alongside excellent benefits that support your well-being and professional development. Join us to influence meaningful change and grow your career in a supportive environment that prioritises employee engagement and continuous improvement.
