Job Description
System Implementation Accountant – 12-month Fixed Term Contract – Salary up to £75,000
System Implementation Accountant – 12‑Month FTCLocation: DarlingtonSalary: Up to £75,000 (annualised)Start Date: ImmediateAbout the OpportunityThis is an exciting chance to join a forward‑thinking organisation in Darlington as a System Implementation Accountant on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys shaping financial systems from the ground up, and is ready to make an immediate impact.You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering a major systems implementation project, acting as the bridge between finance, operations, and wider business stakeholders. If you’re someone who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with hands‑on systems experience, this is a standout opportunity.Key Responsibilities
* Lead the end‑to‑end implementation of new financial systems, ensuring alignment with business needs and best‑practice accounting principles.
* Extract, analyse, and interpret business and financial data to support system design and decision‑making.
* Review, test, and refine system customisation, ensuring robust controls, accurate consolidation, and efficient workflows.
* Develop and embed process controls, approval hierarchies, and reporting structures.
* Deliver training, guidance, and documentation to finance and non‑finance teams across the business.
* Work closely with operational teams to ensure system outputs support inventory management, product costing, distribution processes, and stock validation.
* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and drive enhancements post‑implementation.
About YouWe’re looking for someone who brings a blend of technical accounting expertise and hands‑on system implementation experience. You’ll be confident working with stakeholders at all levels and comfortable taking ownership of a complex, business‑critical project.Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven background in system implementation within a finance environment.
* Strong understanding of consolidation, process controls, and approval workflows.
* Ability to extract, interpret, and translate financial and operational data into actionable system requirements.
* Experience managing full project lifecycles—from scoping and configuration through to testing, rollout, and training.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and support colleagues across the organisation.
Desirable Experience
* Knowledge of inventory controls, product and distribution processes, and stock validation.
* Experience working in multi‑site or product‑based businesses.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive annualised salary of up to £75,000.
* A high‑impact role where your expertise will directly shape the future of the organisation’s financial systems.
* The chance to join a collaborative, ambitious team at a pivotal moment of transformation.
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