Assistant Systems Accountant, 12 months contract

Bauer Media Outdoor UK

Systems Accountant supporting and improving Microsoft D365 finance systems at Bauer Media Outdoor. Optimising processes, reporting, testing and financial data for an out-of-home media business.

Posted 8/26/2026full-timeWoking • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supporting and enhancing Microsoft D365 finance systems, ensuring compliance with internal controls and data governance standards. Proficient in translating business requirements into effective system solutions while providing training and support to users.

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Microsoft D365 SupportFinance Process ImprovementAdvanced Excel SkillsFinancial Systems ComplianceUser Training and Support

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Hard Skills

Finance Systems ExperienceGeneral LedgerAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableReportingMonth-End CloseSystem TestingProcess ImprovementsData GovernanceAutomation

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilityProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

ACCACIMAACA

Industry Keywords

Finance TransformationUser Acceptance TestingRegression TestingInternal ControlsAudit Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support, maintain and improve Microsoft D365 and related systems.
Act as a key link between Finance, the D365 Tech team and wider business users.
Identify opportunities to improve finance processes through automation, system enhancements and better use of existing tools.
Document system processes, controls and procedures.
Work with the D365 technical team to ensure the core finance system operates according to business requirements.
Support system upgrades, patches, testing and implementation of new functionality.
Ensure financial systems comply with internal controls, audit requirements and data governance standards.
Provide support and guidance to finance system users.
Deliver training to new and existing users on finance systems and processes.
Translate business requirements into system solutions in collaboration with Finance and the D365 technical team.
Support finance transformation projects, system implementations and integration work.
Participate in user acceptance testing, regression testing and issue tracking.
Liaise with software providers, consultants and D365 technical teams where required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Part-qualified or qualified accountant, e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent experience.
Experience working with finance systems in a medium or large organisation.
Strong understanding of core finance processes, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reporting and month-end close.
Advanced Excel skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Ability to communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance colleagues.
Experience supporting system changes, testing or process improvements.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Salary
Flexible working (this generally looks like 3 days in our offices and 2 days at home)
25 days’ annual leave inc. bank holidays
2 paid volunteering days each year to support a charity or because that matters to you
Company Pension Scheme matched at 5% or 8%
Healthcare Cash Plan
Life Insurance and group income protection scheme
Cycle to work scheme
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