3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
* We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Systems Administrator to support the administration, reconciliation, and issue resolution of financial systems within a busy finance team.
* This role is ideal for someone part-qualified in accounting with an interest or experience in systems administration, data handling, or ETL development.
* Working alongside the systems team, the post holder will contribute to both business-as-usual tasks and upcoming finance system transformation projects.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
* Administering and supporting core financial systems, including e5 Financials and Civica WebPay2.
* Assisting in the implementation of a new finance system (TechnologyOne – OneCouncil).
* Performing regular reconciliations and resolving system issues via the helpdesk.
* Ensuring financial systems are secure, efficient, and fit for purpose.
* Developing and maintaining robust system processes in line with accounting standards.
* Supporting business intelligence and data administration tasks.
* Creating and updating financial system documentation, including user guidance and training material.
* Contributing to ongoing system projects and identifying areas for process improvement.
* Liaising with finance teams and wider departments to support reporting and transactional activities.
* Delivering clear and professional communication to stakeholders across varying levels.
Skills/Experience:
* Experience working within a finance or accountancy function.
* Proven ability to work in high-pressure environments with competing deadlines.
* Strong critical thinking skills with a creative, solutions-driven approach.
* High attention to detail, with accuracy in both data input and reporting.
* Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
* Resilient under pressure, with a calm and flexible approach.
* Demonstrated ability to motivate peers and promote a positive team environment.
* Knowledge of systems administration or ETL development (e.g. ITIL framework).
* Familiarity with business intelligence or data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI).
* Advanced Excel or MS Office suite experience.
* Experience producing clear and concise reports for a range of stakeholders.
Additional Information:
* Part-qualified (or actively studying towards) CCAB qualification (e.g. AAT, CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA).
* Working Hours: 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:30.
• Part-qualified (or actively studying towards) CCAB qualification (e.g. AAT, CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA).