A long standing organisation in the environmental services sector is seeking a Systems Accountant to join their finance team. With operational focus at its core, the business is undertaking a period of systems improvement aimed at delivering greater financial control and transparency. This is a 6-month assignment, fully office-based and based in Surrey. Rate is paying between £450 - £500 per day. Your new role As a Systems Accountant, you'll play a key role in streamlining and integrating reporting systems to support group-level reporting. Working closely with the Head of Finance and the IT team., you'll be responsible for: • Ensuring accurate cost allocations to projects • Reviewing budgetary controls, forecasts, and providing variance commentary • Delivering margin, deferred income, and accrued revenue analysis • Supporting monthly management reporting and performance commentary • Advising on financial controls and system reporting improvements • Enhancing reporting around WIP, cost transparency, and budget control • Assisting with VAT returns and supporting R&D Tax Credit claims What you'll need to succeed You'll be a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, or ACCA). A strong background in system accounting, financial systems' improvement, and group reporting is essential. You should be confident working across departments, with a proactive approach to identifying and i...