Systems Accountant – Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
Location: Office-based (Greater Manchester)
Salary: £41,650 – £56,000
Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Systems Accountant with strong experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) to join a global organisation undergoing major digital transformation. You’ll take full ownership of D365 BC, ensuring it runs efficiently and continues to evolve with business needs.
This is a hands-on role that blends finance, systems, and project delivery. You’ll work closely with the finance team and other departments to drive continuous improvement, system optimisation, and best-in-class user experience.
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as the subject matter expert for D365 Business Central, configuring, maintaining, and enhancing core finance modules (GL, AP, AR, Tax, VAT, Inventory, etc.)
* Support and lead activities across requirements gathering, testing, UAT, training, and go-live support
* Partner with Finance to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
* Manage upgrades, change requests, and integrations (including Salesforce)
* Deliver workshops, documentation, and training for users and superusers
* Ensure data accuracy, compliance, and standardisation across global entities
* Contribute to system strategy and digital transformation projects
* Provide internal system support and troubleshooting
What You’ll Need
* Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Systems Accountant or similar role using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
* Solid understanding of finance processes, reporting, and internal controls
* Proven ability to translate finance requirements into scalable system solutions
* Experience across finance modules such as GL, AP, AR, Tax, and VAT
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work across departments
* Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
* Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector
* Knowledge of the Microsoft Power Platform or Power BI
* Accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
* Experience with agile delivery or enterprise roadmap planning
Why Apply
* Take ownership of a global D365 BC platform
* Play a key role in digital transformation and systems optimisation
* Collaborative, supportive, and purpose-driven team environment
* Competitive salary and benefits package
Benefits
* 22 days’ annual leave 8 bank holidays
* 4 additional paid Eid holidays
* Birthday leave
* Pension matched up to 4%
* Health benefits (24/7 GP access, EAP, Health Cash Plan – post probation)
* Free on-site parking
* Flexible start and finish times (core hours 10 AM – 4 PM)
* Additional benefits for long service (Car scheme, enhanced leave, wellbeing discounts)
To apply, send your CV to shayce@pearsoncarter.com or call 0191 406 6111 for a confidential chat.
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