Full job descriptionOpus People Solutions are hiring for a Project Systems Accountant within a Local Authority client based in Essex.
The role is 37 hours per week, offering hybrid working, and £35-£45 per hour Umbrella dependent on experience, with a contract length of 9-12 months. Please see a high-level overview of what the position involves below:
*Lead on financial systems projects, upgrades and ongoing development of the Council’s corporate financial management systems
* Support and monitor key finance projects, providing regular updates on progress and outcomes
* Act as a specialist advisor on financial systems, ensuring robust processes, controls and reporting
* Manage system configuration, user access, testing, training and stakeholder engagement across the organisation
* Work closely with Finance and ICT teams to deliver system improvements and resolve technical issues
* Support budget monitoring, year-end processes, reconciliations and financial reporting activities
The ideal candidate will have experience with:
*Financial management systems within a Local Government environment
* Budgeting, budgetary control and financial reporting
* Finance system upgrades, implementations or finance transformation projects
* Stakeholder management and working collaboratively across Finance and ICT teams
* AAT qualified, part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent desirable)
* Previous experience within Local Government
If this role is of interest to you, please submit a copy of your CV and a mobile number.