Interim Finance System Improvement Lead

Finance Systems Accountant (Sage Intacct)

12 month FTC
Hybrid - 2 days a week in the office
£65,000 - £70,000paAn established UK charity is seeking an experienced Finance Systems Accountant to take ownership of the ongoing development, upgrades and optimisation of its Sage Intacct finance system.

This role will focus on post-implementation improvements, working closely with Finance, IT and external system partners to identify opportunities to enhance the system, improve processes, strengthen controls and maximise the functionality of Sage Intacct.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage post-implementation upgrades and enhancements to Sage Intacct
Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, system functionality and reporting
Manage system changes from requirements gathering and design through to testing and implementation
Lead UAT, testing, data validation and issue resolution
Configure and enhance finance processes within Sage Intacct
Review and improve GL, AP/AR, reporting, controls and finance workflows
Work with external Sage Intacct partners and internal stakeholders to deliver system improvements
Develop and maintain process documentation, system documentation and user guidance
Support finance users with system queries, troubleshooting and training
Ensure system changes are properly controlled, tested and documented
Support wider finance transformation and continuous improvement initiativesAbout You

Strong experience as a Finance Systems Accountant / Systems Accountant
Hands-on experience with Sage Intacct, particularly post-implementation upgrades and enhancements
Proven track record of improving and optimising finance systems after implementation
Strong understanding of core finance processes and accounting controls
Experienced in UAT, testing, data migration/validation and system change
Comfortable working with external system providers and internal Finance/IT stakeholders
Strong analytical, problem-solving and process improvement skills
Previous experience within the charity sector
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed