Job Vacancy - Finance Systems Accountant - Burges Salmon - Bristol

Expert Users; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in Bristol is seeking a Finance Systems Accountant to join their Finance Systems Team. This pivotal role involves improving financial systems, leading system upgrades, and collaborating with various stakeholders. You will need strong accounting qualifications and technical skills in SQL and financial systems. A hybrid model supports work-life balance, making this an attractive position for a dedicated professional eager to make an impact in finance operations.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Part or fully qualified Accountant with strong accounting knowledge.
• Technical expertise in financial systems and data analysis.
• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in law or professional services.

Responsibilities

• Lead system upgrades and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Identify and implement improvements to financial systems.
• Develop and improve financial reports and dashboards.

Skills

Accounting Knowledge

Communication Skills

Collaborative Mindset

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Part or fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

SQL

Aderant

SSRS

Job description

Job Vacancy - Finance Systems Accountant - Burges Salmon - Bristol

• Are you a qualified accountantwith a passion for technology?
• Do you thrive on improvingsystems and streamlining processes?
• Ready tolead exciting finance transformation projects in a collaborative, and proactive environment?

If so, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

We're looking for a Systems Accountant to join our Finance Systems Team (FST), a key function responsible for the smooth operation and continuous improvement of our financial systems, including the Aderant Practice Management System.

Reporting to the Finance Systems Manager, you will play a pivotal role in modernising our finance function - leading system upgrades, enhancing reporting capabilities, and driving automation initiatives. You will work closely with stakeholders across Finance and Technology to ensure our systems are efficient, secure, and aligned with the firm's strategic goals.

• Enhancing Systems & Processes: Identify and implement improvements to financial systems and processes, reducing manual effort and improving data quality.
• Managing Financial Systems: Oversee the operation and upgrades of our financial systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance.
• Reporting & Analysis: Develop and improve financial reports and dashboards using SQL and SSRS.
• Training & Support : Deliver training and second-line support to ensure effective system use across the firm.

What We're Looking For

• Part or fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong accounting knowledge.
• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Technical expertise in financial systems (Aderant preferred), SQL, and data analysis.
• Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to problem-solving and project delivery.

We embrace a hybrid working model that offers flexibility and supports a healthy work-life balance. Our hybrid working approach allows you to work from home, subject to business needs, with most people spending 40% to 60% of their time in the office.

You'll be part of a supportive, innovative team that values continuous improvement and empowers you to make a real impact. We offer a flexible working environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on meaningful projects that shape the future of our finance operations.

Interested? Apply via our website here.....